Thai, Cambodian Troops Clash on Disputed Border

UBON RATCHATHANI, May 29 (TNA) – Thai and Cambodian soldiers exchanged fire early Wednesday in a disputed border area in Thailand’s Ubon Ratchathani province. The 10-minute clash occurred in the Chong Bok area after Thai troops encountered Cambodian soldiers digging a military tactical trench approximately 650 meters long in a claimed overlapping territory. Thai forces […]

Thailand Offers US Five-Point Tariff Plan

BANGKOK, May 15 (TNA) – Thailand has presented the US with five proposals aimed at resolving the ongoing tariff issue, according to Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira. He expressed optimism that negotiations could lead to a reduction in US import tariffs on Thai goods to 10%, down from the current 36%. Pichai […]

Professor Bai Chun, Beijing Foreign Studies University (BFSU)

Scholar: Understanding Needed for Better Thai-China Ties

BEIJING, May 2 (TNA) – A Chinese expert says Thais and Chinese should learn more about each other to avoid misunderstandings that could hurt their relationship. Professor Bai Chun of Beijing Foreign Studies University believes that fostering understanding and reducing negative feelings are key, especially for Chinese people living in Thailand to better grasp Thai […]

Thailand, Cambodia Meet on Border Issues

BANGKOK, May 2 (TNA) – Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to intensify cooperation in cracking down on transnational call center operations, according to Thai Deputy Prime Minister and Defense Minister Phumtham Wechayachai. Following the 17th General Border Committee (GBC) meeting between the two nations held in Thailand, Phumtham and Cambodian Deputy Prime Minister and Defence […]

Thai Ministers Visit Uyghur Returnee in Xinjiang

XINJIANG, March 21 (TNA) – Thailand’s Deputy Prime Minister and Defense Minister Phumtham Wechayachai and Justice Minister Tawee Sodsong visited one of 40 Uyghurs repatriated from Thailand, confirming his well-being and safe living conditions in Xinjiang, China. The visit, which included members of the press, took place in Kashgar City, Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region. The […]

Myanmar Soldiers Flee Across Border to Thailand

TAK, March 14 (TNA) – The Karen National Liberation Army (KNLA) has successfully seized control of the Myanmar military’s Pulu Tu base after intense firefight in the middle of the night. This caused Myanmar soldiers to flee for their lives across the border into Thailand. Thai soldiers detained them and provided initial humanitarian assistance. Around […]

PM Welcomes Investment from TikTok

Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra on Friday hails the social media platform TikTok’s plans to invest US$8.8 billion in Thailand while TikTok expressed gratitude for the Thai government’s investment-friendly policies and the company was ready to support human resource skills development.

Thailand Defends Uyghur Repatriation Amid Rights Concerns

BANGKOK, Feb 28 (TNA) – Thailand defended its repatriation of 40 Uyghur men to China after more than a decade in detention, asserting the move adhered to international standards and domestic laws. Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister Phumtham Wechayachai and other officials emphasized the repatriation followed a formal Chinese request, with assurances of humane […]

Thailand, Laos Collaborate to Tackle Transboundary Haze

CHIANGRAI, Feb 25 (TNA) – Thailand and Laos have initiated a collaborative effort to combat transboundary haze by establishing firebreaks and promoting burn-free agricultural practices along the Chiang Rai border. This collaborative initiative, led by the Thailand Environment Institute (TEI) and local partners, aims to mitigate the spread of forest fires and encourage sustainable farming […]

Myawaddy Scam Victims Repatriated Via Thailand

TAK, Feb 21 (TNA) – Thai authorities continued the repatriation of Chinese nationals, suspected victims and perpetrators of call center scams, from Myawaddy, Myanmar, for a second consecutive day. The operation, expected to last three days, aims to return over 600 people to China. They are being transported across the Thai-Myanmar Friendship Bridge No. 2 […]

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