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.
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.
Thailand Consumers Council sues Facebook over scam adverts and lack of victim redress
MONDAY, JUNE 08, 2026
The Thailand Consumers Council has filed a lawsuit against Meta, accusing Facebook of allowing scam adverts and online fraud to spread while failing to protect or compensate victims.
Finance Ministry to review welfare card disqualification over parents’ tax allowance
MONDAY, JUNE 08, 2026
The Finance Ministry will review rules that may disqualify state welfare cardholders when their children claim parental care tax deductions, aiming to ensure aid reaches those most in need.
Xi’s Pyongyang visit gives Kim chance to project confidence and defiance
MONDAY, JUNE 08, 2026
Chinese President Xi Jinping’s visit to North Korea gives Kim Jong Un a rare diplomatic stage as Pyongyang strengthens ties with Russia, expands its nuclear arsenal and shows little interest in talks with Washington.