Cabinet backs Lemon Law to protect buyers of defective goods
TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 2026
Thailand’s Cabinet has approved a draft Lemon Law giving consumers clearer rights to seek replacement, repair, refunds or damages when newly bought goods are defective, with special protections for cars, motorcycles and electronic appliances.
Myanmar’s reopening of the Myawaddy checkpoint opposite Mae Sot is expected to support Thai exports in the second half of 2026, although import rules remain a key hurdle.
OHM Founder Sathi Roy Explores AI, Consciousness and Human Agency at The AI Collective Bangkok
TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 2026
Bangkok, Thailand | June 2026: As artificial intelligence continues to redefine industries, economies and everyday life, conversations around technology are expanding beyond efficiency and output into deeper questions about consciousness, human agency and the future of humanity.
Homeless people seek shelter on Pattaya Beach, raising tourism image concerns
TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 2026
Business operators are urging authorities to address the growing number of homeless people using Pattaya Beach and nearby public areas as night-time shelters.
Cabinet appoints new Phuket governor after high-level reshuffle
TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 2026
The Cabinet has approved the transfer of Phuket Governor Nirat Pongsitthaworn to deputy permanent secretary at the Interior Ministry, with Chotinarin Kerdsom appointed Phuket governor.
Thai police arrest 629 in nationwide World Cup betting crackdown
TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 2026
Thai police have reported 596 cases and 629 suspects in a nationwide crackdown on gambling networks during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with more than 2.15 billion baht found to have circulated through the networks.
Anutin heads to Russia seeking energy deals and bigger orders for Thai goods
TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 2026
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul will seek stronger trade, energy and investment ties with Russia during talks in Kazan, as Thailand tries to revive sanctions-hit bilateral trade and push more Thai exports into Russian and Eurasian markets.