Online scam reports rise to 5,588 in a week, losses top B207m
MONDAY, JULY 06, 2026
Thailand’s Anti Cyber Scam Center says online scam complaints rose to 5,588 cases in one week, with losses exceeding 207 million baht, as official-impersonation fraud caused the heaviest financial damage.
Customs turns to AI, X-rays to stop Thailand becoming drug-transit hub
MONDAY, JULY 06, 2026
Thailand’s Customs Department is stepping up outbound passenger and cargo screening with AI, X-ray machines, K-9 units and risk-management systems after recent trafficking cases raised concerns that transnational drug networks are exploiting the country’s airports and logistics infrastructure.
River network petitions China in Chiang Mai over mine pollution
MONDAY, JULY 06, 2026
Thirty members of a river-protection network gathered outside China’s Chiang Mai consulate, where two protesters were hurt after police blocked the march.
Thais turn cautious as living costs and economic uncertainty cloud second half
MONDAY, JULY 06, 2026
Household financial pressure remains the public’s main concern, with rising living costs, debt burdens and economic uncertainty pushing many Thais to keep cash close
Thai shrimp industry urges government to seal Malaysia export deal within 30 days
MONDAY, JULY 06, 2026
The Thai Shrimp Association is urging the government to finalise talks with Malaysia within 30 days to restore shrimp exports before wild shrimp supplies rise after the end of the bay-closure period.