Thai Cannabis Network Concerned Over Government’s Move to Criminalize Marijuana, Advocates for Truthful Comparison
National—
On April 4th, 2024, Mr. Prasitchai Nunual, the secretary-general of the Network for Shaping the Future of Thai Cannabis, publicly stated his concerns over bringing marijuana back into an illicit substance type by the...
Thai Government Cracks Down on Online Gambling: Over 25,000 Websites Blocked
National—
On March 31st, 2024, Ms. Kanika Aunjit, the deputy government spokeswoman, stated to the public regarding a government policy to tackle online gambling websites as major economic crimes.
According to the deputy government spokeswoman, Thai...
Thai Government Holds Seminar on E-Cigarette Dangers, Urges Vigilance at Educational Institutions in Bangkok
Bangkok—
At 9:00 AM, on March 28th, 2024, Dr. Puangpetch Chunlaid, the Minister attached to the Prime Minister’s Office and relevant agencies held a seminar on e-cigarette dangers to administrators of 437 educational institutions in...
Chiang Mai Hotel Bookings at 30% as Air Pollution Concerns Loom; Hopes for Songkran...
Chiang Mai—
On March 27th, 2024, Mrs. La-iad Bungsrithong, the Northern Thai Hotels Association advisor, publicly revealed that the statistics of hotel bookings in Chiang Mai were only 30% full compared to the start of...
Pheu Thai MP Questions Pita Limjaroenrat’s Motives in Chiang Mai Visit During Thaksin’s Return
National—
On March 16th, 2024, Mr. Anusorn Iamsa-ard, a Pheu Thai list MP, questioned the case of Mr. Pita Limjaroenrat, the Move Forward Party (MFP)'s chief adviser, in traveling to Chiang Mai to inspect...
Sa Kaeo and Cambodian Officials Launch Joint Operation to Combat PM 2.5 Problems at...
National—
On March 6th, 2024, Thai national media reported that Sa Kaeo and Cambodian government officials launched a joint operation to tackle PM 2.5 problems by publicizing a campaign to stop burning or any activities...
Thai Government Launches ‘Vape Operation’ in Bangkok, Seize 10,000 Illegal E-Cigarette Products Valued at...
Bangkok—
At 2:30 PM, on March 6th, 2024, Dr. Puangpetch Chunlaid, the Minister attached to the Prime Minister’s Office, and relevant agencies launched a “Vape Operation” to eradicate major sources of e-cigarette sales worth...
Deputy Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul Addresses Alleged Foreign Mafia in Phuket, Vows to Take...
Phuket—
On March 3rd, 2024, Mr. Thanakorn Wangboonkongchana, the Deputy leader of the United Thai Nation, publicly revealed after visiting Phuket last week to inspect and gather information regarding an allegation of foreign mafia...
Thai Cabinet Unanimously Approves Protection and Promotion of Ways of Life of Ethnic Groups...
National—
On February 28th, 2024, the Thai cabinet unanimously approved the principles outlined in the Protection and Promotion of the Ways of Life of Ethnic Groups Act, using the Cabinet's proposal as the primary framework.
Mr....
Thai Prime Minister Orders Crackdown on Illegal Guides, Addresses Taxi Meter Issues and PM...
Bangkok—
At 8:50 AM, on February 23rd, 2024, Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, Governor of Bangkok Chadchart Sittipunt, and relevant agencies held a meeting on the progress of Bangkok City development.
During the meeting, Srettha...