October 5, 2026 Political news Prime Minister Anutin blessed to be PM for another 2 Terms Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul left the people who have been battling floods to attend the birthday party of his real boss – Newin Chidchob, in Buriram. During the event that was attended by who’s who of Bhumjai Thai party, the birthday boy – Newin, who was celebrating his 68th birthday, wished incumbent PM “to be Prime Minister until he gets bored” to which Anutin responded, “I am already bored”.

If Thammanat’s Kla Tham Party joins Anutin’s government, the invitation will come from Bhumjaithai. Bhumjaithai would therefore most likely surrender some of its ministerial posts to accommodate Kla Tham’s nominees and avoid upsetting Pheu Thai. The aim would be to strengthen the coalition, not create another dispute within it. That would require setting aside earlier grievances. Kla Tham’s initial exclusion followed a dispute over constituencies it had reportedly agreed not to contest against Bhumjaithai, alongside disagreements over ministerial demands.

October 2, 2026 Floods in Thailand Government’s Disaster Insurance Scheme Kicked in on October 1 The government’s disaster insurance scheme launched on October 1, 2026, providing coverage for 30 million households against floods, windstorms, and earthquakes. Initial payouts are set at 10,000 Baht for flood damage and 5,000 Baht for windstorm or earthquake impacts, disbursed within 15 days of filing.

October 1, 2026 Floods in Thailand Flip Flopping Prime Minister Anutin Charvirakul Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has once again flip flopped on his words and is set to head to attend the ‘Forbes Forum 2026’ event in Singapore on October 7, 2026. Sources have confirmed that Anutin will be heading to Singapore on October 7 afternoon and may meet Singaporean Prime Minister Lawrence Wong as well.

September 30, 2026 Floods in Thailand Flood Situation Eases, Warning of Rising River Water due to Dam Discharge Remains Rainfall has begun to subside with many areas across Thailand continuing to remain vigilant regarding the influx of water from the north. Most recently, the Royal Irrigation Department announced an increase in the discharge rate from the Chao Phraya Dam, raising it from 2,000 cubic meters per second to 2,200 cubic meters per second transition to be completed by 5:00 AM on September 30—and maintaining this rate thereafter.

September 29, 2026 Floods in Thailand Rain Situation Improves but Water Discharge from Dams on the Rise Bangkok saw sunshine for the 1st time late yesterday giving some relief to those impacted by the heavy downpour over the past few days that things will improve. Most parts of inner Bangkok seem to be drying up but suburban areas including Pathum Thani and others are still severely impacted.

September 28, 2026 Floods in Thailand Yingluck Govt’s. Mega Project to Pass Through Cabinet Tomorrow Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirkul has come out to say that he would pass a 250 billion Baht ‘Mega Project’ for ‘Water Management’ that has been on the backburner since 2014 when the government of then Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra was overthrown in a coup by Prayut Chan-o-cha.

Thailand’s exports rose 24.3% from a year earlier in August to US$34.62 billion, extending their expansion to a 26th consecutive month as overseas investment in artificial intelligence and digital infrastructure boosted demand for electronic products. The figures were released by the Trade Policy and Strategy Office (TPSO), under Thailand’s Ministry of Commerce, in its report on the country’s international trade performance in August 2026.

September 25, 2026 Political news Sondhi and his protest movement start their sage today Today a nationalist coalition led by former yellow-shirt figure Sondhi Limthongkul, Nitithorn Lamluea, Panthep Puapongpan, and Pichit Chaimongkol plans to rally at the Election Commission’s office in Bangkok on September 25 to demand a broader investigation into alleged collusion during the 2024 Senate selection. The group will collect signatures and submit a petition following the commission’s September 14 decision to press charges against only 77 individuals, including 26 sitting senators, while dropping cases against most respondents—including key figures linked to the Bhumjai Thai Party.

September 24, 2026 Political news Speculation has been rife that, by November this year, Thammanat Prompao, leader of the Kla Tham party, which is now in opposition in parliament, will lead the party's 58 MPs to join the current coalition government led by the Bhumjaithai party of Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul. This, if substantiated, would further consolidate the power of the Anutin led government.

September 23, 2026 Flooding Warning The Thai Meteorological Department clarified online warnings from the page "T' Lom Fa Agat," which claimed a severe "mega-flood" would hit Bangkok, its vicinity, and eastern regions from September 24–27, 2026. While the department confirmed heavy to very heavy rainfall across various regions due to a low-pressure area, monsoon trough, and strong southwestern monsoon, it refuted claims of non-stop daily rainfall or an extreme catastrophe, advising against panic from unverified social media posts.

September 22, 2026 Economic News Call to use 50 billion Baht to help subsidize Gasoline Prices to help people Yesterday the opposition People’s Party said the proposed Thai Chuai Thai Plus Phase 2 scheme will not meaningfully reduce living costs or stimulate the economy, calling the planned 1,000-baht subsidy an attempt to boost government popularity. The scheme is expected to run from October 1 to November 30, pending cabinet approval.

September 21, 2026 Economic News Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas revealed that the Ministry of Interior will present a residential solar rooftop promotion scheme to the Finance Ministry for consideration by late this week or early next week. The initiative seeks 50 billion Baht from the 400-billion-Baht Emergency Loan Decree to provide a 50,000 Baht subsidy per household for both rooftop and ground-mounted solar installations.

September 18, 2026 Economic News Ekniti to Submit Two-Month Extension of Thai Chuay Thai Plus Scheme to Cabinet on September 22 Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Ekniti Nitithanprapas announced that the government will extend the Thai Chuay Thai Plus 60/40 measure for another two months to mitigate ongoing energy crises and high living costs driven by prolonged conflict. The Ministry of Finance will present the proposal to the Cabinet for approval on September 22, 2026, utilizing remaining funds from the initial allocation under the 400 billion Baht emergency loan decree.

September 17, 2026 Political news Election Commission looks to Prosecute People’s Party & iLaw for Senate Collusion The Election Commission (EC) is preparing to proceed with the review of 3 additional case files regarding alleged collusion in the Senate election. These complaints concern meetings held for Senate candidates at the Jupiter Room, IMPACT Muang Thong Thani, involving the People's Party, iLaw, and independent Senate groups—complaints filed around the same time as the case involving the 229 individuals associated with the “Blue Group”.

September 16, 2026 Political news Sitthichot Intharawiset, Election Commissioner Spills the Beans against Politicians Election Commissioner Sitthichot Intharawiset said he voted to prosecute senior political figures in the Senate election collusion case because witness testimony was corroborated by 12 coordinated voting lists, telephone records, financial links and subsequent events. The lists, tied to gatherings in six provinces, featured candidates ranked first to seventh, with those involved in preparing them linked to the same political party and already referred to for prosecution.

The Election Commission’s handling of the Senate collusion case will deepen public distrust, but anger alone will not produce a mass protest. Thailand’s opposition forces are divided, its major parties have little appetite for sustained street action, and many activists who once mobilised large crowds are now imprisoned, in exile or fighting criminal cases. The EC referred only 77 of 427 respondents to the Supreme Court’s Election Cases Division and for criminal proceedings.

Cambodia said it was prepared to negotiate an interim agreement with Thailand to jointly develop offshore resources without waiting for a final maritime boundary settlement, as the two countries opened their first UNCLOS conciliation meeting in Singapore on Tuesday. Cambodian Foreign Minister Prak Sokhonn said Phnom Penh ultimately wanted a treaty establishing a single maritime boundary. If the two sides failed to reach agreements on delimitation or joint development, Cambodia would ask the conciliation commission to issue recommendations for a future settlement.

September 15, 2026 Political news Possible Street Protests in the Pipeline after Election Commission’s Decision on Senate Collusion Case Media outlets have already started to come out and predict that the ruling could serve as a catalyst for public dissatisfaction, potentially triggering another street protests. Observers highlighted that groups such as the Thalu Fa network, which organized prominent demonstrations during the 2020–2021 political protests, alongside other civil society coalitions, could mobilize around grievances regarding the senatorial election process and institutional accountability.

All 21 Bhumjaithai politicians accused in the 2024 Senate collusion case, including Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, have avoided court and criminal proceedings, while the Election Commission has decided to take action against 77 other people. The 77 comprise 26 serving senators, 36 candidates eligible to vote in the Senate selection and 15 other individuals. No reserve-listed candidates, party executives, MPs or political officeholders were included.

September 14, 2026 Political news D-day for 229 implicated for the ‘Senate Collusion’ case Today the Election Commission (EC) is set to start its meeting at 10:00 hrs. and a verdict is expected to be announced by around 16:30 hrs. Media outlets have already started to speculate the outcome with all the 138 Senators implicated being pushed to be taken to court for deliberation, while the 139th until the 229th which would include the executive members of Bhumjai Thai party including Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, would be let go scot-free.

Police have seized or frozen more than 700 million baht in assets linked to Phra Wachirayan, also known as Luang Pho Atichot Dhammavaro, the former abbot of Wat Phutthaisawan, a royal monastery in Ayutthaya, and his female associate, Punyawi “Ae” Rungrueang. Investigators said the former abbot diverted about 92 million baht intended for the temple, comprising 2.8 million baht from 22 amulet transactions and 89 million baht in donations for temple maintenance.

September 11, 2026 Political news Political Pressure mounts ahead of D-day for Election Commission (September 14) The weekend is set to see more pressure building on the Thailand’s Election Commission (EC) which has to make a final call on the fate of the 229 individuals in the ‘Seante Collusion’ case. The EC has to make a call on case that involves 229 individuals, whether to present it to the Supreme Court and if so, how many will be part of the case.

I do not believe the protest against Israel is about Gaza at all. Gaza was added to broaden the movement’s appeal and give a human-rights cover to a campaign driven by nationalism and domestic Thai politics. The leaders’ records make that clear. Former yellow-shirt leader Sondhi Limthongkul was joined by former People’s Alliance for Democracy spokesman Panthep Puapongpan, lawyer and former PAD leader Nitithorn “Nok Khao” Lamluea, and Network of Students and People for Reform of Thailand leader Pichit Chaimongkol.

September 10, 2026 Economic News Bank of Thailand looks to revive Small & Medium Sized Industries The Bank of Thailand (BOT) Governor Vitai Ratanakorn said The BOT is preparing three measures to improve SMEs’ access to funding after lending to the sector contracted for 16 consecutive quarters. The measures include an SME Credit Portal connecting businesses with banks and non-bank lenders, a new guaranteed mechanism expected to support an additional 100 billion Baht in lending annually, and a Data Bureau using utility bills, payment records and e-statements to assess borrowers.

September 10, 2026 Economic News Bank of Thailand looks to revive Small & Medium Sized Industries The Bank of Thailand (BOT) Governor Vitai Ratanakorn said The BOT is preparing three measures to improve SMEs’ access to funding after lending to the sector contracted for 16 consecutive quarters. The measures include an SME Credit Portal connecting businesses with banks and non-bank lenders, a new guaranteed mechanism expected to support an additional 100 billion Baht in lending annually, and a Data Bureau using utility bills, payment records and e-statements to assess borrowers.

In the basement of Chamchuri Square, a few steps from Sam Yan MRT, there is a small tea shop called CiliC. It is easy to miss. These days, especially inside Chamchuri Square, more and more spaces are occupied by chain stores, franchises, or businesses backed by larger capital. Small independent coffee and tea shops are becoming increasingly rare. CiliC is one of the few places that still feels run by a person rather than by a brand manual.

September 9, 2026 Political news Kla Tham party shows its ‘True’ color Kla Tham party, the party whose leader was jailed in Australia for drug smuggling, has come out to say that he and incumbent Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, are friends and the relationship has not soured. This statement comes as Pheu Thai's future remained uncertain as it weighs its position on an upcoming censure debate related to alleged 2024 Senate election collusion.

September 8, 2026 Political news Constitutional Court judge comes out to criticize current Seante ‘election’ process warns of pending ‘Unrest’ Former Constitutional Court President Nakharin Mektrairat warned that Thailand’s Senate holds "low political legitimacy" due to its controversial self-selection system, which a 2017 constitution drafter called the draft's biggest flaw. In his first public remarks since stepping down, Nakharin highlighted widespread distrust in political institutions and warned that blocked efforts to write a new constitution could trigger sudden unrest.

Companies with foreign investment in Thailand hold more than 1.06 million rai (1,702 square kilometres) of land and 76,840 condominium units, government data shows, as authorities intensify scrutiny of corporate structures that may be used to circumvent foreign-ownership rules. The figures, compiled by Thailand's Department of Business Development (DBD) from records held by the Department of Lands, cover registered holdings as of July 17, 2026.

September 7, 2026 Political news Protest Movement’s Announcement set for Today Today at 11.00 AM, former media mogul and protest leader Sondhi Limthongkul will announce the “Take Back Our Thailand” campaign, beginning with a rally and letter submission at the Israeli embassy to target alleged foreign and domestic illicit networks, with full details to be revealed on September 7. He stated that this press conference stemmed from concerns about "grey" foreign entities, including Chinese, Jewish, Burmese, Indian, and Russian capital, which use nominees to acquire land, conduct illegal businesses, and disregard Thai law, while the government neglects its duty to protect the nation.

Data centres in Thailand would be required to source at least 60% of their electricity from clean energy under proposed minimum standards that the government aims to issue within one month. The National Data Centre Business Policy Committee agreed at its first meeting on Friday to establish four subcommittees covering economic benefits, infrastructure, building and location safety, and environmental standards. Government agencies were ordered to consolidate industry data within one week.

September 4, 2026 Economic News Vitai Ratanakorn, Governor of the Bank of Thailand (BOT)The Bank of Thailand (BOT) has approved a draft regulatory framework for the Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) sector, scheduled for a public hearing in September 2026 before official implementation in Q4 2026. Under the new rules, BNPL operators must obtain a specialized license, stick to interest rates capped at 15–20%, limit credit lines to 20,000 Baht per user, and enforce a minimum age requirement of 18–20 years.

September 3, 2026 Economic News Data Center Policy Meeting set for Friday Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas announced that a Data Center Policy Board meeting will be held on September 4, 2026, at Government House. The meeting—inviting Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt alongside the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, the Ministry of Energy, and relevant agencies—aims to integrate datacenter governance oversight and address existing legal loopholes.

Thailand’s leading private-sector group has raised its 2026 economic growth forecast to 2.1%-2.5% from 1.6%-2.0%, citing stronger-than-expected exports and private investment. The Joint Standing Committee on Commerce, Industry and Banking (JSCCIB) also raised its export growth forecast to 12%-16% from 8%-10%, while maintaining its inflation forecast at 2.5%-3.0%. The revised growth range is broadly in line with the latest official projections.

Bangkok has suspended three applications for large stand-alone data centres following concerns over fuel storage, pollution and construction near communities, as nationwide investment applications in the sector reach 728 billion baht. Governor Chadchart Sittipunt said Bangkok has an estimated 30–40 data centres, mostly older facilities located inside company buildings and covered by ordinary building permits. Six newer stand-alone projects have applied separately since 2021-22.

September 2, 2026 Economic News Data Center in Bangkok? Reports of data centers in Bangkok have created a lot of stir with the opposition jumping to blame the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration and also the Ministry of Digital Economy and Society (DES). Thailand’s Digital Economy and Society (DES) Ministry is investigating data centres in Bangkok that may have been built or operated in areas where such facilities are not legally permitted.

September 1, 2026 Cabinet meeting in Southern Thailand PM Anutin presence in South does not halt daily arson attacks Arson attacks continued well into the period that Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and the entire cabinet were in Songkla with incidents reported in many parts of the 3 southern most provinces of Thailand. Arson attack on a backhoe occurred last night in Pitu Mudi Subdistrict, Yarang District, Pattani Province.

August 31, 2026 Political New Election Commission delays the much-anticipated filing of charges against ‘Senate Collusion’ case The Election Commission of Thailand (EC) has asked for another 14-days to make a call on the planned filing of charges against various senators involved in the July 2024 ‘Senate’ selection that they colluded with each other and many of the incumbent Cabinet ministers were involved in the process of colluding with these Senators.

August 28, 2026 Political New Foreigners Deportation Law Goes into Effect Today The Thai government has introduced a new 2026 deportation regulation, effective August 28, aimed at removing foreign nationals who violate Thai laws or are considered a threat to public order or morality. Under the regulation, the Interior Minister can order deportation of foreigners whose behavior is deemed contrary to public order, morality, or public well-being.

Thailand’s exports rose by 21.6% year on year to US$34.79 billion in July, with electronics accounting for more than 60% of the growth, according to the Ministry of Commerce and Kasikorn Research Center. Imports increased by 36.7% to US$38.40 billion, producing a monthly trade deficit of US$3.61 billion. During the first seven months of 2026, exports grew by 18.2% to US$231.53 billion, while imports jumped by 37.8% to US$266.89 billion, leaving a cumulative deficit of US$35.35 billion.

August 27, 2026 Economic News 200 billion Baht borrowing bill passes parliament The House of Representatives approved the government’s 400-billion-Baht energy loan decree on Wednesday by 285 votes to 141, with 52 abstentions, after a 12-hour debate. The decree authorises the Finance Ministry to borrow the money to ease the impact of the energy crisis and fund Thailand’s energy transition.

The Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand has begun feasibility work on small modular nuclear reactors, outlining a five-phase programme covering initial studies, regulatory approval, construction, operation and eventual decommissioning. EGAT is hiring consultants to assess technology, costs, potential sites, environmental impacts, legal requirements and earthquake risks, assistant governor Eakarat Samintarapanya said at a Matichon seminar in Bangkok. The authority is also preparing personnel and public-engagement programmes for a process expected to take more than 10 years.

Thailand’s Monetary Policy Committee unanimously voted to keep the policy interest rate unchanged at 1.00% on Wednesday, in line with market expectations, saying the current accommodative stance remained appropriate to support the economic recovery. The Bank of Thailand said the economy was growing broadly in line with its previous forecasts of 2.3% in 2026 and 1.8% in 2027. Exports and private investment have performed better than expected, supported by the technology and artificial intelligence cycle, but their reliance on imported inputs has limited benefits for the wider economy.

August 26, 2026 Nene Royal’s Stage Performance Nene Royal, the 16-year-old girl from Phuket, is making bigger waves as she has managed to now win and head to the ‘Golden Buzzer’ round. Nene has secured a direct entry to America Got Talent 2026 finals. Congratulations Economic News At today’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting, the benchmark interest rate is expected to remain unchanged at 1.0%, a level seen as appropriate for supporting economic recovery amid easing inflationary pressures.

Imported electric vehicles, predominantly from China, accounted for nearly two-thirds of electric passenger car sales during the first seven months, prompting the Federation of Thai Industries to call for tax reforms to protect domestic manufacturers. Automotive industry club chairman Suwat Supakarndechakul and spokesman Surapong Paisitpatanapong said only 46,924 of the 125,411 electric passenger vehicles sold between January and July were produced domestically.

Patients in Thailand have traditionally been reluctant to question their doctors, with diagnoses often accepted without discussion and requests for second opinions sometimes viewed as a challenge to medical authority. That is beginning to change as younger generations become more willing to ask questions and online resources, including artificial intelligence, give patients easier access to medical information. Dr. Gerard Lalande, a French-trained physician who has worked in Southeast Asia for more than 30 years, has witnessed that shift firsthand, first in the Philippines and later in Thailand.

August 25, 2026 Multiple Attacks in Southern 3rd day of violence in 3 Southern Provinces Another night of violence rocked the 3 southern provinces of Yala, Pattani, and Narathiwat. The violence started on August 22 night and has continued until last night with more looting and damage to property and businesses reported last night. The coordinated attacks involved bombings, arson, burning tires, scattering spikes, destroying government property and utilities, and armed robberies of convenience stores.

August 24, 2026 Multiple Attacks in Southern Thailand’s 3 southern most provinces saw a surge in unrest over the weekend with the unrest continuing up until Sunday night. The Internal Security Operations Command Region 4 Forward (ISOC Region 4 Forward) updated the total damage count, raising the number of targeted more than 70 locations up from the initial report of 51 points—spanning Narathiwat, Yala, and Pattani provinces.

The government insists that Thai investors must hold a majority stake in any Starlink operation, maintaining a restriction that could prevent the satellite internet provider from entering Thailand despite regional exemptions and ongoing trade negotiations with the United States. Digital Economy and Society Minister Chaichanok Chidchob said on Friday that SpaceX would need a Thai partner holding at least 51%. He said an arrangement involving technology transfer would be acceptable, but rejected allowing the company to establish a wholly foreign-owned subsidiary.