Thailand expands Phuket Model drive against land encroachment
THURSDAY, JULY 30, 2026
Thailand will expand the Phuket Model nationwide, targeting encroachment on forests and public land, unlawfully issued title deeds, nominee landholdings and unlicensed hotels.
Thai Helps Thai Plus turns local spending into national strength
THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2026
Thailand’s Thai Helps Thai Plus 60/40 co-payment scheme is easing living costs, energising local shops and food businesses, and showcasing a resilient home-grown economic model.
Thailand targets transnational crime with SHIELD and AI tourist safety push
MONDAY, JUNE 22, 2026
Thailand is upgrading its SHIELD big-data platform and AI-powered IBOC system to tackle call-centre scams, human trafficking, cybercrime and security risks in tourist areas, with Koh Samet chosen as a Smart Safety Zone pilot.
Thai Helps Thai Plus spending tops 35bn baht as 5.5m use full benefit
SUNDAY, JUNE 21, 2026
Thailand’s Thai Helps Thai Plus 60/40 scheme has generated 35.66 billion baht in spending, with 5.56 million people already using their full 1,000 baht entitlement.
Thailand advances 15% global minimum tax on multinationals
TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 2026
Thailand’s Cabinet has approved steps to implement the OECD-backed 15% global minimum corporate tax for large multinationals, aiming to curb profit shifting to tax havens and raise about 10 billion baht in annual revenue.
DE reviews TH-AI Passport TOR after experts warn of outdated specs
TUESDAY, JUNE 02, 2026
DE Ministry is reviewing TH-AI Passport feedback as experts question whether the 1.6-billion-baht AI scheme will deliver true Pro access or help build AI sovereignty.
Rail concession merger plan awaits Cabinet review next week
TUESDAY, JUNE 02, 2026
Cabinet has yet to consider the electric rail concession merger, as comments are still being sought from relevant agencies. The proposal is expected to be submitted again next week.
Delivery riders oppose social security push over income fears
WEDNESDAY, MAY 27, 2026
More than 100 delivery riders petitioned the Labour Ministry against a proposed social security plan, citing concerns over income and work flexibility.