Japanese firm invests THB2.6bn to make Thailand aircraft parts hub
MONDAY, JUNE 15, 2026
Japan’s NMB-Minebea Thai has invested 2.6 billion baht to expand aircraft parts production in Lop Buri, positioning Thailand as a global core factory for MinebeaMitsumi’s aviation business.
Krabi set for 126 winter flights as Nordic demand rises ahead of high season
MONDAY, JUNE 15, 2026
Krabi Airport is set to welcome new direct flights from Helsinki and Copenhagen during Thailand’s 2026–27 winter schedule, boosting high-season tourism.
Anutin to push Thailand’s economic diplomacy at ASEAN-Russia summit
MONDAY, JUNE 15, 2026
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul will attend the ASEAN-Russia Commemorative Summit in Kazan and is expected to meet President Vladimir Putin to discuss trade, investment and energy cooperation.
Iran’s national football team has arrived in Los Angeles for its World Cup opener against New Zealand, amid a newly announced US-Iran peace deal and protests near the stadium.
North, Northeast still face heavy rain as Bangkok area sees storms
MONDAY, JUNE 15, 2026
Thunderstorms are forecast over the next 24 hours, with heavy rain in the North, upper Northeast and East, and storms in Bangkok and surrounding provinces.