{"posts":[{"id":23160,"title":"Thailand and China Sign 8 Cooperation Documents to Boost Trade, Skills and Security","slug":"thailand-and-china-sign-8-cooperation-documents-to-boost-trade-skills-and-security","description":null,"action":"detail","value":"<p>Thailand and China Sign 8 Cooperation Documents to Boost Trade, Skills and Security<\/p>\r\n<p>Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul welcomed Chinese Premier Li Qiang at Government House on 13 November 2026, at the start of his official visit from 13 to 15 November. It is the first official visit by a Chinese premier in seven years and Premier Li's first to Thailand in this role.<\/p>\r\n<p>After the guard of honour ceremony and full-delegation talks, both leaders witnessed the signing and exchange of 8 documents at Government House.<\/p>\r\n<p>\u25a0 Key outcomes:<br>\ud83d\udd39 Farmers and exports: New plant health protocols for exporting fresh salak and durian to China, expanding market access for salak and strengthening confidence in Thai durian quality. A food safety cooperation framework supports other Thai agricultural exports.<br>\ud83d\udd39 Skills and industry: MOUs on vocational education and the automotive industry, giving Thai students hands-on experience with modern technology and helping Thai manufacturers join global supply chains.<br>\ud83d\udd39 Security and cooperation: An MOU on security cooperation, plus cooperation on metrology and the removal of limits on consular staff numbers, to improve services for people in both countries.<br>\ud83d\udd39 Water management: Both sides will also prepare an MOU on sustainable water management.<\/p>\r\n<p>The leaders also discussed cyber security, online crime, trade, investment, the digital economy, tourism and ASEAN cooperation.&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n<p>These agreements are expected to create opportunities for Thai farmers, businesses and workers, and to lay the groundwork for long-term cooperation that benefits people in both countries.<\/p>\r\n<p>Source: PR Thai Government<\/p><script src=\"https:\/\/cdn.n1ed.com\/widgets.js?apiKey=FLMNFLMN\" data-ts=\"1794620901954\"><\/script>","photo":"the_post_1794620936.webp","map":null,"location":null,"province":null,"contact_name":null,"contact_address":null,"contact_phone_number":null,"contact_email":null,"start_date":null,"end_date":null,"start_time":null,"end_time":null,"visitors":132,"admin_id":33,"author_id":null,"language_id":1,"master_id":23160,"type":"issue","is_comment":1,"pin_weight":0,"status":"Publish","created_at":"2026-11-14T01:48:56.840000Z","updated_at":"2026-11-14T01:48:56.840000Z"},{"id":23159,"title":"From Safer Borders to Cleaner Rvers: Thailand and Myanmar Agree on Concrete Next Steps","slug":"from-safer-borders-to-cleaner-rvers-thailand-and-myanmar-agree-on-concrete-next-steps","description":null,"action":"detail","value":"<p>From Safer Borders to Cleaner Rvers: Thailand and Myanmar Agree on Concrete Next Steps<\/p>\r\n<p><br>Thailand's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow made an official visit to Myanmar on 12 November. He paid a courtesy call on President Min Aung Hlaing and held talks with Foreign Minister Tin Maung Swe and Defence Minister Lt. Gen. Yar Pyae.<\/p>\r\n<p><br>Key outcomes:<br>\ud83d\udd39 Border security: Both sides stressed the importance of stability along the border and the safety of communities on both sides. They agreed to step up cooperation against illicit drugs and online scams.<br>\ud83d\udd39 Environment: Both sides agreed to convene the Joint Working Group on Water Quality Management for Boundary and Transboundary Rivers as soon as possible to tackle river pollution.<br>\ud83d\udd39 Economy: Both sides discussed ways to boost trade and border trade, labour management and energy security.<br>\ud83d\udd39 Peace and humanitarian support: Thailand reaffirmed its support for Myanmar's peace process and its engagement with ASEAN and the international community. It also encouraged steps to reduce violence and expand humanitarian access to those in need.<\/p>\r\n<p><br>Thailand remains committed to working closely with Myanmar, based on mutual trust, mutual respect and common interest.<\/p>\r\n<p><br>Source: PR Thai Government<\/p><script src=\"https:\/\/cdn.n1ed.com\/widgets.js?apiKey=FLMNFLMN\" data-ts=\"1794534758144\"><\/script>","photo":"the_post_1794534791.webp","map":null,"location":null,"province":null,"contact_name":null,"contact_address":null,"contact_phone_number":null,"contact_email":null,"start_date":null,"end_date":null,"start_time":null,"end_time":null,"visitors":169,"admin_id":33,"author_id":null,"language_id":1,"master_id":23159,"type":"issue","is_comment":1,"pin_weight":0,"status":"Publish","created_at":"2026-11-13T01:53:11.913000Z","updated_at":"2026-11-13T01:53:11.913000Z"},{"id":23158,"title":"Her Majesty the Queen Opens Global Wellness Summit 2026 in Phuket","slug":"her-majesty-the-queen-opens-global-wellness-summit-2026-in-phuket","description":null,"action":"detail","value":"<p>Her Majesty the Queen Opens Global Wellness Summit 2026 in Phuket<\/p>\r\n<p>Her Majesty Queen Suthida Bajrasudhabimalalakshana presided over the opening of the Global Wellness Summit 2026 on 11 November 2026. The event takes place from 10 to 13 November at the Angsana Laguna Phuket in Thalang District, Phuket Province.<\/p>\r\n<p>Speaking at the opening ceremony, Her Majesty noted that physical activity strengthens not only the body, but also the mind and spirit. \u201cWellness is not something which we simply receive; it is something we practice,\u201d she said.<\/p>\r\n<p>Her Majesty expressed hope that participants would experience the beauty of Phuket, the warmth and generosity of Thai people, traditional hospitality and care, and the spirit of balance and harmony.<\/p>\r\n<p>The Global Wellness Summit is an annual four-day meeting where leaders from business, government, academia, and science come together to shape the interconnected world of wellness. It is held in a different location each year,<\/p>\r\n<p>Hosted by Thailand in 2026 under the theme \u201cThe Science, Art and Soul of Wellness,\u201d the event is organized in cooperation with the Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB), the Department of Thai Traditional and Alternative Medicine (Ministry of Public Health), and the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT)<\/p>\r\n<p>Thailand is driving its health economy and positioning itself as a global wellness tourism hub, with Phuket being promoted as a major destination for international travelers.<\/p>\r\n<p>Source: PR Thai Government<\/p><script src=\"https:\/\/cdn.n1ed.com\/widgets.js?apiKey=FLMNFLMN\" data-ts=\"1794454999416\"><\/script>","photo":"the_post_1794455032.webp","map":null,"location":null,"province":null,"contact_name":null,"contact_address":null,"contact_phone_number":null,"contact_email":null,"start_date":null,"end_date":null,"start_time":null,"end_time":null,"visitors":190,"admin_id":33,"author_id":null,"language_id":1,"master_id":23158,"type":"issue","is_comment":1,"pin_weight":0,"status":"Publish","created_at":"2026-11-12T03:43:53.333000Z","updated_at":"2026-11-12T03:43:53.333000Z"},{"id":23157,"title":"Press Briefing on Development of the Thailand-Cambodia Border Situation","slug":"press-briefing-on-development-of-the-thailand-cambodia-border-situation","description":null,"action":"detail","value":"<p>Press Briefing on Development of the Thailand-Cambodia Border Situation<\/p>\r\n<p>The Ministry of Foreign Affairs on 11 November 2026 gave a press briefing on the development of the Thailand-Cambodia border situation.<\/p>\r\n<p>According to the briefing, Cambodia will host the Organisation Internationale de la Francophonie (OIF) Summit on 14-16 November 2026 in Phnom Penh. Thailand has been an active observer of the OIF as Thailand supports the objectives of the Organization, which are to promote cooperation, peace, trade, investment, and culture.<\/p>\r\n<p>However, Thailand\u2019s concern is that Cambodia might use its hosting of the OIF as an opportunity to make certain accusations against Thailand and present misleading and one-sided information in an attempt to internationalize a bilateral conflict. This is despite the fact that both countries have agreed to broader confidence-building measures.<\/p>\r\n<p>Thailand\u2019s particular concern is that the final outcome document of the meeting would contain unfair references to the situation between the two countries. Thailand believes this is not helpful in building confidence between the two countries at a time when both sides should try to move their relations forward.<\/p>\r\n<p>Thailand therefore has sent a d\u00e9marche to the OIF Secretariat. Vice Minister Sarun Charoensawan also met with ambassadors and representatives of 11 countries to make known Thailand\u2019s opposition.<\/p>\r\n<p>Source: PR Thai Government<\/p><script src=\"https:\/\/cdn.n1ed.com\/widgets.js?apiKey=FLMNFLMN\" data-ts=\"1794454446343\"><\/script>","photo":"the_post_1794454479.webp","map":null,"location":null,"province":null,"contact_name":null,"contact_address":null,"contact_phone_number":null,"contact_email":null,"start_date":null,"end_date":null,"start_time":null,"end_time":null,"visitors":180,"admin_id":33,"author_id":null,"language_id":1,"master_id":23157,"type":"issue","is_comment":1,"pin_weight":0,"status":"Publish","created_at":"2026-11-12T03:34:39.657000Z","updated_at":"2026-11-12T03:34:39.657000Z"},{"id":23156,"title":"Traffic Arrangements in Bangkok During Royal Procession Rehearsals","slug":"traffic-arrangements-in-bangkok-during-royal-procession-rehearsals","description":null,"action":"detail","value":"<p>Traffic Arrangements in Bangkok During Royal Procession Rehearsals<\/p>\r\n<p>The Metropolitan Police Bureau has announced traffic management arrangements in Bangkok during rehearsals for the Royal Processions ahead of the Royal Cremation Ceremony of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, the Queen Mother, scheduled for 15-19 December 2026.<\/p>\r\n<p>\u25cf Rehearsal Dates<\/p>\r\n<p>\u25cb Sunday, 15 November 2026<br>\u25cb Sunday, 22 November 2026<br>\u25cb Sunday, 6 December 2026<br>\u25cb Saturday, 12 December 2026 (final rehearsal)<\/p>\r\n<p>\u25a0 Morning Session: Processions No. 1, 2, and 3<br>6:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.<\/p>\r\n<p>\u2022 Procession No. 1: Dusit Maha Prasat Throne Hall to Wat Pho<br>\u2022 Procession No. 2: Wat Pho to Sanam Luang<br>\u2022 Procession No. 3: Around the Royal Crematorium at Sanam Luang<\/p>\r\n<p>\u25a0 Afternoon Session: Procession No. 6<br>3:30-7:30 p.m.<\/p>\r\n<p>\u2022 Ratchini Road<br>\u2022 Territorial Defense Command to the Grand Palace<br>\u2022 Grand Palace to Wat Ratchabophit<br>\u2022 Wat Ratchabophit to Wat Bowonniwet Vihara<br>\u2022 Wat Bowonniwet Vihara to Royal Thai Army Headquarters<\/p>\r\n<p>\u25cf Roads Subject to Traffic Management (Morning Rehearsals)<br>Traffic management measures will be implemented on the following 16 roads:<\/p>\r\n<p>1. Na Hap Phoei Road<br>2. Lak Mueang Road<br>3. Maharaj Road<br>4. Thai Wang Road<br>5. Chetuphon Road<br>6. Setthakan Road<br>7. Phra Phiphit Road<br>8. Sanam Chai Road<br>9. Ratchadamnoen Nai Road<br>10. Phra Chan Road<br>11. Na Phra That Road<br>12. Na Phra Lan Road Road<br>13. Ratchini Road<br>14. Charoen Krung Road (from the Territorial Defense Command roundabout to Saphan Mon Intersection)<br>15. Kalayanamaitri Road<br>16. Saranrom Alley<\/p>\r\n<p>Motorists and visitors are advised to plan their journeys in advance, allow extra travel time, and follow instructions from traffic police along the rehearsal routes.<\/p>\r\n<p>Soure: PR Thai Government<\/p><script src=\"https:\/\/cdn.n1ed.com\/widgets.js?apiKey=FLMNFLMN\" data-ts=\"1794452516767\"><\/script>","photo":"the_post_1794452549.webp","map":null,"location":null,"province":null,"contact_name":null,"contact_address":null,"contact_phone_number":null,"contact_email":null,"start_date":null,"end_date":null,"start_time":null,"end_time":null,"visitors":399,"admin_id":33,"author_id":null,"language_id":1,"master_id":23156,"type":"issue","is_comment":1,"pin_weight":0,"status":"Publish","created_at":"2026-11-12T03:02:29.913000Z","updated_at":"2026-11-12T03:02:29.913000Z"}]}