ETDA orders face scans and ID checks for social media advertisers
MONDAY, JUNE 08, 2026
Thailand’s Royal Gazette has announced strict new rules requiring platforms such as Facebook, TikTok and Instagram to verify advertisers’ identities and retain data for at least 90 days to curb online scams.
ASEAN concludes DEFA talks to boost digital trade by 30% by 2030
MONDAY, JUNE 08, 2026
ASEAN has concluded negotiations on the Digital Economy Framework Agreement, billed as the world’s first regional digital economy pact, while advancing paperless trade, FTA upgrades and new economic partnerships to strengthen regional resilience.
Amnesty International says Cambodia’s online scam industry has expanded despite a nationwide crackdown, with identified scam centres rising from 53 to 86 over the past year and many alleged victims still lacking protection.
‘Thais Help Thais Plus’ hits restaurant sales by 50%, association asks PM to expand access
MONDAY, JUNE 08, 2026
The Thai Restaurant Association has asked Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul to expand Thais Help Thais Plus eligibility after small VAT-registered restaurants reported sharp customer losses.
Egg prices in Thailand have increased by 20 satang per egg from 8 June as layer farmers face higher maize and animal feed costs, although producers say actual selling prices remain below the recommended farm-gate ceiling.
Anutin arrives in Hanoi to advance Thai–Vietnam trade, investment and ASEAN cooperation
MONDAY, JUNE 08, 2026
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul began an official visit to Vietnam to translate growing bilateral momentum into concrete cooperation on trade, investment, connectivity and ASEAN affairs.