Culture Ministry hails Nike’s ‘Som Tum’ Dunk Low as Thai soft power goes global
THURSDAY, APRIL 16, 2026
Culture Minister Sabeeda Thaised praised Nike’s special-edition Dunk Low “Som Tum”, inspired by the Thai dish som tam, as a sign of Thai soft power reaching global fashion through creative design.
Siam’s Splash of Heritage: Global Songkran 2026 Embraces Traditional Thai Style
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 08, 2026
The Ministry of Culture launches a "Once in a Lifetime" campaign, urging revellers to swap swimwear for traditional Thai silk in a global soft-power push
Culture Ministry rolls out Songkran celebrations in 76 provinces
SUNDAY, MARCH 22, 2026
The Ministry of Culture is inviting Thais and tourists to join the 2026 “Grand Songkran Across 76 Provinces Nationwide”, with events ranging from merit-making and local traditions to large-scale water festivities from April 2-26.
Celebrate 244 years of Rattanakosin with stunning exhibitions, performances, and more!
SATURDAY, JANUARY 31, 2026
The Ministry of Culture announces grand celebrations for the 244th Rattanakosin Anniversary with events in three iconic locations in Bangkok, including exhibitions, cultural performances, and workshops.
Thailand showcases 228 national treasures at Beijing’s Forbidden City to mark 50 years of Thai-Chinese diplomatic ties
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2025
Thailand’s Fine Arts Department brings 228 rare artefacts to the Forbidden City for a landmark exhibition opened by Their Majesties the King and Queen, revealing new historical links between Siam and China.
Culture Ministry to propose "Nang Yai" for UNESCO inscription
FRIDAY, AUGUST 15, 2025
Paetongtarn chairs Culture Ministry meeting, announces Thailand's plans to propose "Nang Yai" for UNESCO, collaborates with ASEAN nations to nominate "Duman" as shared heritage
Paetongtarn sidesteps resignation rumours ahead of Constitutional Court ruling on Hun Sen clip
TUESDAY, AUGUST 12, 2025
Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra refuses to address speculation she will resign before the Constitutional Court rules on an alleged ethics breach.