AFP joins ONCB probe to trace recipient in Thai flight attendant heroin case
WEDNESDAY, JULY 01, 2026
Thai narcotics officials say "Ms Mina" told Australian customs she was carrying 12 bags and agreed to an inspection before suspected heroin was found, as ONCB, AFP and ABF expand the probe under Taskforce Storm to trace the network behind the shipment.
TMD warns of heavy rain as depression spares Thailand
WEDNESDAY, JULY 01, 2026
TMD warns of heavy to very heavy rain from July 1-3 in upper Northeast, East and western South, while a South China Sea depression will not directly affect Thailand
Land Bridge faces commercial and legal reality check after SEC bill backlash
WEDNESDAY, JULY 01, 2026
Thailand’s Land Bridge project is undergoing a fresh viability review as officials assess cargo demand, shipping-line interest, operating efficiency and whether a controversial Southern Economic Corridor law is still needed after public opposition.
Thailand’s energy consumption rises 2.1% on 2.8% GDP growth
WEDNESDAY, JULY 01, 2026
Thailand’s primary commercial energy use rose 2.1% in the first quarter of 2026, driven by higher oil, natural gas and electricity demand as GDP expanded 2.8%.
Anutin orders urgent drug crackdown meeting after Australia-linked smuggling cases
WEDNESDAY, JULY 01, 2026
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has ordered narcotics agencies and Airports of Thailand to hold urgent talks after two Australia-linked drug cases raised concerns over Thailand’s image, aviation-hub ambitions and OECD accession target.
Japanese satellite analytics enters Thailand to boost smart cities, agriculture and security
WEDNESDAY, JULY 01, 2026
Bangkok, Thailand – Space Shift’s advanced satellite data analytics solutions have entered the Thai market through a Japan-Thailand joint venture by Nagase (Thailand) and B2G Solution, offering Thai government agencies and businesses a stable, trusted, and future-ready platform for space-based intelligence.
Thailand to revive Phasi Charoen canal boat services in Bangkok
WEDNESDAY, JULY 01, 2026
Thailand’s Transport Ministry plans to revive boat services on the Phasi Charoen canal, piloting School and Taxi Boat routes to ease Phet Kasem Road traffic and link with Bang Wa station.