Thai vote in Cambodia 'is secured'
Thai vote in Cambodia 'is secured'Listen to this articleThe Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) yesterday confirmed it is fully prepared to handle advance voting for Thai nationals in Cambodia, saying that ballot delivery would be unaffected by Thai-Cambodian border tensions. Mungkorn Pratoomkaew, director-general of the Consular Affairs Department, said voting arrangements for Thais in Cambodia posed no problem as the number of Thai voters there was relatively small, estimated at only a few hundred. The ballots and election materials would be transported by air, not through land border crossings, Mr Mungkorn stated. The confirmation came as the Election Commission (EC) began dispatching election materials and referendum ballots yesterday to 67 countries, covering 95 embassies and consulates worldwide. There are no registered voters in Ukraine and Venezuela for either the general election or the referendum, the MFA official said.
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January 10, 2026 09:37 UTC
Thailand stands by air operations
Thailand stands by air operationsListen to this articleThailand yesterday reaffirmed that its recent air operations along the Thai–Cambodian border were conducted strictly in self‑defence and in full compliance with international law, as it briefed foreign defence attachés to counter misinformation and underscore its commitment to regional stability. ACM Sakesan said Thai military actions were prompted by repeated violations of Thailand's sovereignty along the border. He stressed that air operations were carried out solely to defend national territory and were guided by the principles of necessity and proportionality. He reiterated that Thailand's operations are in line with Article 51 of the United Nations Charter, which recognises the right to self‑defence. AM Chakkrit noted that Cambodia shelled Thai territory on Tuesday and later issued an apology, which Thailand views as a constructive development.
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January 10, 2026 08:47 UTC
Cold snap to ease from Monday
Cold snap to ease from MondayListen to this articleChildren at Khlong Samrong School in Samut Prakan don pullovers as cooler climes hit central Thailand. Somchai PoomlardCold weather will persist across upper Thailand until Monday before temperatures edge up slightly until Jan 15, the Meteorological Department (MD) said. In Bangkok and surrounding provinces, cool weather will persist until Monday, with lows of 16–21C and highs of 27–31C. From Jan 13–15, temperatures in upper Thailand are due to rise gradually as the high-pressure system begins to weaken. However, the North and Northeast will still face cool to cold weather, according to the forecast.
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January 10, 2026 08:47 UTC
Indian rice exports surge 19% in 2025
Exports rose to 21.55 million tonnes from 18.05 million in 2024, close to the 2022 record of 22.3 million tonnes, the official said. Non-basmati rice shipments jumped 25% to 15.15 million tonnes, while basmati exports increased 8% to a record 6.4 million tonnes, the official said. Non-basmati rice shipments rose sharply to Bangladesh, Benin, Cameroon, Ivory Coast and Djibouti. India usually exports more rice than the combined shipments of the world’s next three largest exporters: Thailand, Vietnam and Pakistan. In the first 11 months of 2025, Thai rice shipments dropped 21% year-on-year to 7.3 million tonnes, with the value down 30.3%.
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January 10, 2026 08:13 UTC
Chinese suspects arrested for B7bn investment scam
(Photo: Central Investigation Bureau)Three Chinese nationals accused of orchestrating a massive investment fraud that cheated 10,000 victims out of 7 billion baht have been arrested in Bangkok and Chiang Mai. The suspects were wanted on warrants issued by the Chinese Ministry of Public Security on charges of illegally accepting deposits from the public. Police question two Chinese fraud suspects at a condominium in Bangkok during a raid on Friday. Chinese authorities later revoked the suspects’ travel documents and coordinated with Thai authorities, leading to their arrest. Mr Yang and Mr Wang said that they had kept a very low profile in Thailand, living in a condominium, rarely going out or socialising, and stockpiling supplies in their rooms to avoid detection.
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January 10, 2026 08:05 UTC
Trump’s next target: credit card interest rates
Annual interest rates on credit cards in the US range between 21% and 24%. Lawmakers from both the Democratic and Republican parties have raised concerns about high interest rates and have called for those to be addressed. “Please be informed that we will no longer let the American Public be ‘ripped off’ by Credit Card Companies,” he added. “Begging credit card companies to play nice is a joke. Democrat Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Republican Anna Paulina Luna have also introduced a House of Representatives bill to cap credit card interest rates at 10%, reflecting bipartisan interest in addressing high rates.
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January 10, 2026 06:18 UTC
‘Lisa’ tourism video teaser released
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has released a brief teaser for a promotional campaign starring Thai K-pop superstar Lalisa “Lisa” Manobal that it will launch later this month. The year-long campaign, with Lisa as Amazing Thailand Ambassador, is being staged under the theme “Feel All The Feelings”, according to the TAT. The full video is scheduled to be released on Jan 28 at an official launch event and on all the Amazing Thailand online platforms. The tourism ambassador campaign will feature stories about Lisa’s return to Thailand, portraying a journey of rest and renewal, the TAT said. Lisa will appear in a 60-second TV commercial, and the TAT plans to produce additional 30- and 15-second clips from it.
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January 10, 2026 06:02 UTC
Joyful Children’s Day celebration at Government House
(Photos: Government House)National Children’s Day celebrations got under way at Government House on Saturday amid a lively atmosphere, with a one-year-old girl the first child to sit in the Prime Minister’s chair this year. The first, second and third children to sit in the PM's chair on 2026 National Children's Day. Nong Chompoo was followed by her 15-year-old brother, Chanachok “Chok” Saenmuk, and eight-year-old Thapat “Heng Heng” Phurod from Lat Krabang district in Bangkok. A large crowd queues to enter the Children’s Day event, with the family of young Nong Chompoo first in line, at Government House on Saturday morning. Related: PM backs Children’s Day message
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January 10, 2026 05:38 UTC
Ten-man Thailand show grit in defeat
Ten-man Thailand show grit in defeatListen to this articleThailand's Oussama Thiangkham, right, controls the ball during the match against Australia. Despite the setback, Thailand showed commendable resilience. FAT chief admits failingsFootball Association of Thailand (FAT) president Nualphan Lamsam has publicly apologised to the Olympic Committee of Thailand after the national sides failed to deliver gold at the 33rd SEA Games. Thailand, as hosts, had targeted four gold medals but managed only two silvers in men's football and futsal, plus two bronzes in the women's competitions. She also admitted that the generous foreign player quotas in the domestic leagues have diminished opportunities for Thai footballers, weakening the national pool.
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January 10, 2026 05:31 UTC
Floating market hit with overpriced omelette complaint
Damnoen Saduak restaurant owner cites high costs but agrees to lower them after visit from officialsListen to this articleThe Damnoen Saduak floating market is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Ratchaburi province. (Bangkok Post file photo)A plain omelette costing 400 baht and other dishes featuring sky-high prices at a restaurant in the famous Damnoen Saduak floating market in Ratchaburi have become the target of tourist complaints. During the recent Year holiday, 14 shops at the market were prosecuted for not displaying menu prices, Mr Thoranin said. The Damnoen Saduak case calls to mind a complaint last year against the Bangkok celebrity chef Jay Fai. She was fined after a customer complained that she paid 4,000 baht for the famous crab omelette at the Michelin-starred eatery.
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January 10, 2026 05:05 UTC
All fatalities in Korean air crash were preventable, report says
The report was written by a research group in Seoul commissioned by the Transport Ministry as part of its official investigation into the crash. But the simulation report suggests that the landing could have been successful except for the wall. Report ‘shocking’, says lawmakerThe findings were first shared privately with lawmakers on the National Assembly’s special committee, which has audited the crash investigation since late last month. Kim Gihun, director-general of the South Korean investigation board, confirmed that the board had submitted the report to the committee. Some relatives questioned why the report concluded that the most recent concrete addition to the wall did not cause fatalities.
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January 10, 2026 03:50 UTC
HP unveils keyboard with built-in mini PC
HP (Hewlett-Packard) has unveiled the EliteBoard G1a Next Gen AI PC, a remarkably slim and lightweight keyboard with an integrated computer system, scheduled for release in March this year. This led to the question: "If an external monitor is already being used, why not put the computer inside the keyboard?" To appeal to professional typists, the EliteBoard G1a features tuned key travel to replicate a desktop experience and includes a full numpad. The HP EliteBoard G1a Next Gen AI PC is expected to be available on HP.com in March. Source: HPPhoto: HP.comPhoto: HP.comPhoto: HP.comPhoto: HP.com
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January 10, 2026 03:48 UTC
Border explosive clearance steps up
Listen to this articleAn Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team uses machinery to excavate a shell crater beside a concrete road in Ban Nong Ree, Trat province, on Thursday. (Photo: JAKKRIT WAEWKLAYHONG)State security forces have stepped up explosive clearance operations in Trat and Buri Ram following Cambodian shelling during the Dec 7–27 conflict last year, amid lingering fears of renewed border clashes. Royal Thai Navy divers and the Navy's Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) units, working alongside the Thailand Mine Action Centre (TMAC) and Trat provincial police, carried out disposal operations in Ban Nong Ree, Muang district in Trat on Thursday. Village head Napatchara Rattanawan said at least 28 shell craters had been recorded in Ban Nong Ree alone due to the latest round of hostilities. The discoveries have heightened anxiety among border residents, many of whom have kept belongings packed amid fears of another round of fighting.
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January 10, 2026 03:46 UTC
Asian shares rangebound as investors await US news
Asian shares rangebound as investors await US newsListen to this articleRECAP: Asian equities traded in a narrow range yesterday after two days of losses, as investors awaited US economic data and a possible Supreme Court ruling on President Donald Trump's tariffs later in the day. The Indian government has forecast 2026 economic growth of 7.4%, the highest in the world, accelerating from 6.5% in 2025. The Ministry of Commerce forecasts inflation for 2026 will be between zero and 1%, after a decline of 0.14% in 2025. The Thai Bond Market Association reported outstanding Thai debt securities at the end of 2025 at 17.9 trillion baht, up 4.7% year-on-year. In the US, investors will monitor retail sales, producer prices, existing home sales and oil inventories.
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January 10, 2026 01:13 UTC
Thai firms told to look for Indian business opportunities
Thai firms told to look for Indian business opportunitiesListen to this articleMrs Suphajee has discussions with executives of the Tata Group in India. The Commerce Ministry is encouraging Thai businesses to explore opportunities within India's supply chains in green construction, real estate and e-commerce. Commerce Minister Suphajee Suthumpun led Thai delegates to a meeting with Tata Group executives on Jan 8 in Mumbai, India to discuss concrete collaboration to connect the Thai private sector with Indian companies and their platforms. "We discussed how Thai businesses can be a piece in the jigsaw of Tata Group's operations in e-commerce, construction materials and other emerging businesses," she said. Moreover, they shared insights on the steel industry, artificial intelligence, and zero-waste initiatives, all of which are key areas for Tata Group.
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January 10, 2026 01:13 UTC