EC urged to respect due process
A group of reserve senators has urged the Election Commission (EC) not to rush its ruling in the case of alleged collusion in the last Senate election, warning that a speedy decision could be seen as an attempt to "whitewash" 13 politicians reportedly set to join the incoming cabinet.

Shrimp exporters unfazed by US tariffs
Thailand's shrimp exports are unaffected by the new US tariffs and antidumping (AD) duties, and the industry aims to produce 400,000 tonnes of shrimp this year, says the Thai Shrimp Association.

Thailand eyes gains from global shifts
The ongoing conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran, coupled with other geopolitical tensions, is prompting businesses worldwide to reconsider their production bases, with many seeking relocation to more stable regions, says the Board of Investment (BoI).

Cabinet focuses on illicit tour operators
The cabinet has instructed the Tourism and Sports Ministry to accelerate efforts to tackle the use of nominees in tourism businesses, including so-called "zero-dollar tours", as they affect the country's tourism industry.

Price stability in focus as oil impact looms
The Department of Internal Trade (DIT) has asked producers and distributors to keep product prices unchanged to help stabilise the cost of living during the oil shock.

Sugar cane demand poised to rocket
The Office of the Cane and Sugar Board (OCSB) expects purchases of sugar cane leaves to more than double this year as Thailand reduces its reliance on liquefied natural gas imports, shipments of which have been disrupted by war in the Middle East.

Jail sentence for ex-leader
Saraburi Provincial Court has sentenced Peerawit Ruangluedollaphak, former leader of the Tai Rak Tham Party, to five years in prison for embezzling party funds and assets for personal use, according to the Election Commission (EC).

Islands win coveted 5 stars
Koh Kradan in Trang province and Bileh Beach on Koh Hong in Krabi received the highest five-star rating for 2025 under the "Beach Star" environmental assessment programme, the Pollution Control Department (PCD) announced on Tuesday.

Conflict triggers further govt evacuation orders
The Joint Management and Monitoring Centre for the Situation in the Middle East has urged Thai nationals in high‑risk areas to evacuate immediately as the conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran intensifies.

Speaker sees 'no disruptions' in PM vote
House Speaker Sophon Zaram expressed confidence that Thursday's parliamentary vote to select a new prime minister will proceed smoothly, in line with regulations and fairness.