Thai Government Urges Safe and Respectful Songkran Celebrations Amid Concerns of Violence and Harassment
National—
On April 11th, 2024, Mr. Karom Phonphonklang, the Thai Deputy Government Spokesperson, called for the cooperation of all citizens to play water during the Songkran celebration safely and appropriately.
UNESCO registered the Songkran festival from...
Ceremonial oxen predict prosperous agriculture and flourishing economy at Royal Ploughing Ceremony in Bangkok
Bangkok -
Two sacred oxen were eating beans and grass and drinking water and liquor at the Royal Ploughing Ceremony staged at Bangkok's Sanam Luang this morning, May 13th, predicting that this year's rice-growing season...
Pheu Thai Party Leader Advocates ‘Soft Power’ for Economic Growth and Cultural Influence
National—
On November 15th, 2023, Ms. Paetongtarn Shinawatra, the leader of the Pheu Thai Party, gave a speech on “Soft Power, The Great Challenger” in the seminar “Thailand 2024 Beyond Red Ocean” held by Prachachat,...
Tragic Accident in Khao Khitchakut National Park, Chanthaburi: One Thai Casualty and Nine Injured,...
Chanthaburi—
On February 29th, 2024, Thai national media reported a service pickup truck carrying pilgrims overturned in Khao Khitchakut National Park, Chanthaburi, resulting in one Thai national casualty and nine injuries including three Russian tourists.
Khao...
May 2024’s Festivals and Events in Thailand
PRESS RELEASE:
Visakha Bucha Day celebrations nationwide and Bun Bung Fai Rocket Festival in Isan lead an exciting lineup of events and festivals this month. The month of May 2024 boasts an exciting lineup of...
Thais Flock to Lucky Tree with Phallus Growth in Nakhon Ratchasima Hoping to Win...
Nakhon Ratchasima —
In Thailand, it is a common belief that certain holy places or objects have the power to bring good luck and fortune, and this time it is a tree.
This particular tree scientifically...
Perd Muang Tai festival in Mae Hong Son
PRESS RELEASE:
(NNT) - Mae Hong Son Province hosts “16th Perd Muang Tai festival (Tai Yai city)” to promote and publicize local food Including community products, in Mae Hong Son province.
Perd Muang Tai festival is...
Thai Minister of Public Health Announces Strict Alcohol Control Measures for Songkran Festival
National—
On March 11th, 2024, Dr. Cholnan Srikaew, the Thai Minister of Public Health, publicly gave a response after the meeting of the Alcoholic Beverage Control Committee on guidelines for controlling alcoholic beverages during the...
Police Arrest Artifact Looters and Seize Around 1,000 Relics
PRESS RELEASE:
Police, in collaboration with the Fine Arts Department, have arrested three suspects involved in looting artifacts from multiple archaeological sites. Approximately 1,000 pieces - some over a millennium old - were seized in...
Thai Minister of Commerce Cracks Down on Illegal Import of Elephant Pants from China...
National—
On February 5th, 2024, Mr. Phumtham Wechayachai, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Commerce, issued an order to the Thai Department of Intellectual Property (DIP) to investigate a case in which Thai elephant...