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The latest news and top stories on the Thai government. A prominent Bangkok based governmental body, the Royal Thai Government operates as a constitutional monarchy. Its primary mission involves national governance, economic development and social welfare. Key activities include public administration, fostering trade and investment, and advancing education and public health. Notably, the government officially adopted the tree ordination practice in 1996, a significant environmental initiative for forest conservation. It continues to prioritise sustainable development and aims for net zero emissions by 2065, demonstrating a commitment to environmental stewardship.

Australian Murray Hunter during an interview in Bangkok, Thailand, on October 2 last year. Photo: AP

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Thai court clears Australian writer after Malaysian defamation case withdrawn

Independent writer Murray Hunter said that he believes he was improperly arrested by Thai police for articles he had written about Malaysia in his online newsletter.

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Thai government

Thai court clears Australian writer after Malaysian defamation case withdrawn

Independent writer Murray Hunter said that he believes he was improperly arrested by Thai police for articles he had written about Malaysia in his online newsletter.

Thai PM agrees to form coalition with Thaksin-backed Pheu Thai

‘Still handsome’ Abhisit breathes new life into Thailand’s oldest party

Ruling Thai party vows to end Cambodia conflict, close scam hubs if it wins poll

Sihasak Phuangketkeow, Bhumjaithai’s second candidate after Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, believes his party has popular support.

Token gesture? Why US is spending US$45 million on Thai-Cambodian border war

Washington is looking to reposition itself as the main peacemaker in Southeast Asia following Beijing’s mediation successes, analysts say.

US pledges millions to bolster Thailand, Cambodia truce amid Trump peace claims

Trump has listed the conflict as one of a number of wars he claims to have solved as he loudly insists he deserves the Nobel Peace Prize.

Cambodia accuses Thailand of ‘annexing’ border village despite ceasefire

The Thai army said it had taken control of areas it claims always belonged to Thailand but were ‘occupied’ by Cambodia.

Cambodia: Thai border clashes displace half a million ahead of peace talks

The renewed fighting this month, including with tanks, drones and artillery, has killed at least 22 people in Thailand and 19 in Cambodia.

Will holiday high season survive Thai-Cambodian border conflict?

Curfews, increased airport screening and the bombing of the province housing Angkor Wat have rattled foreign travellers.

Thailand considers blocking fuel exports to Cambodia as conflict escalates

Thailand last year exported 2.2 billion litres of fuel to Cambodia, according to the energy ministry’s data.

Cambodia suspends all border crossings with Thailand amid more clashes

Both nations reported attacks on Saturday, the day after US President Donald Trump claimed they had agreed to renew a truce.

.css-rcruog{color:#C79A00;}Video | Tens of thousands flee fresh violence along Thai-Cambodian border

The latest clashes come after a US-brokered ceasefire crumbled and have sparked calls from the international community for both sides to exercise restraint.

Video | Thai-Cambodian border sees renewed clashes

The neighbouring countries’ fragile peace deal is on the verge of collapse amid fresh violence.

Thais in good spirits after government lifts ban on afternoon alcohol sales

The eased rules permit alcohol sales from 11am to midnight during the six-month trial period.

‘Desert island’: trapped Thais plead for rescue as floodwaters rise

The navy will deploy an aircraft carrier and deliver meals to help those in the flood-hit south, amid public outcry over chaotic relief efforts.

Trump calls Thailand and Cambodia after new clashes upend his ceasefire deal

The US president co-signed a truce between the two countries, but a landmine blast prompted Thailand to suspend the agreement.

Thailand’s million-dollar gold heist shines light on tensions in troubled south

The robbery in Sungai Kolok, near the Thai-Malaysian border, bore the hallmarks of a rebel-led operation, the defence minister said.

Trump wants Thai-Cambodian peace deal photo op at Asean summit for Nobel reasons

The ‘Peacemaker-in-Chief’ is hoping to stake his claim on initiating the peace process between the two Asean members, sources say.

Thai PM proposes referendum to revoke Cambodia border deals

Anutin Charnvirakul suggests the vote aims to resolve disputes and prevent conflict, but experts warn revoking treaties may create a vacuum.

Thai PM Anutin Charnvirakul to dissolve parliament by end of January

A general election will be held in March or early April.

Thaksin back in Thailand ahead of court verdict

Thaksin could be imprisoned if judges decide that the six months he spent in hospital in 2023 instead of jail does not count as time served.

Thailand turns to Sri Lanka for labour amid Cambodian exodus due to border row

Thailand relies on 3 million foreign labourers, mostly from Cambodia, but a recent border conflict resulted in 400,000 Cambodian workers returning home.

3 Thai soldiers injured by landmine following ceasefire with Cambodia

Thailand and Cambodia agreed to allow observers from Asean to inspect disputed border areas and prevent further hostilities.

Deadly Thai-Cambodia border conflict ends with new ceasefire deal

Thailand and Cambodia also agreed to release captured troops and protect civilians, with delegations from China, the US, and Malaysia present.

Cambodia to nominate Trump for Nobel Peace Prize

It was a call by Trump last week that broke a deadlock in efforts to end the heaviest fighting between Thailand and Cambodia in over a decade.

‘Best news’: Thailand, Cambodia welcome Trump’s 19% tariff rates

The US president had earlier threatened to block trade deals with both countries unless they ended a deadly border clash.

Thailand, Cambodia uphold shaky ceasefire – with China’s help

After days of renewed clashes, both nations reaffirmed their commitment to peace, following China’s diplomatic efforts.

How Thai monks use sacred saffron rituals to save trees

The monks in Thailand’s Chaiyaphum province wrap saffron robes around endangered trees to ‘ordain’ them and protect them from being cut down.

Video | Tens of thousands flee fresh violence along Thai-Cambodian border