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Swedish Embassy advises citizens to stay 50 km away from Thailand–Cambodia border
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2025
Swedish Embassy warns citizens to avoid areas within 50 km of the Thai–Cambodia border, including Trat’s islands, due to ongoing tensions
Thailand sets three ceasefire conditions for Cambodia
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2025
Ministry of Defence has debunked Cambodian misinformation and AI-manipulated imagery, reconfirming Thai flag flies over Phanom Dong Rak while outlining specific terms required to end ongoing border hostilities.
Second Army warns public to avoid suspected drone debris due to bomb risk
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2025
The Second Army Area warns the public not to approach suspected drone wreckage as it may be rigged to explode, urging immediate contact with authorities if found.
Government to impose VAT and customs duties on imports from January 2026
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2025
From January 1, 2026, the government will impose VAT and customs duties on all imported goods valued from 1 baht upwards, ensuring fair competition for Thai small businesses without adding extra burdens for online shoppers.
Police seize 500kgs of ‘ice’ drug worth 300 million baht
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2025
Highway police in Nakhon Ratchasima seize 500 kilograms of crystal meth (ice) worth 300 million baht after intercepting a smuggling attempt on Motorway 6. The driver fled, and police found two suspicious license plates.
Cancellation of MOU 43-44 fails due to binding impact on new government
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2025
The attempt to cancel MOU 43-44 has been thwarted, as legal concerns about its impact on the incoming government prevent further action.
Thailand won't agree to ceasefire until Cambodia stops first, says Sihasak
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2025
Sihasak reiterates Thailand will not agree to a ceasefire until Cambodia halts first; says there are still no reports of foreign mercenaries, and that Chinese weapons involved are old stock.
Senate panel backs ending MOU 2001 with Cambodia, cites “breaches” and lack of progress
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2025
A Senate study panel voted unanimously to recommend scrapping the 2001 Thailand–Cambodia MOU, citing alleged breaches and stalled maritime talks