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About Bangkok Post
Bangkok Post Public Company Limited (PCL) publishes the Bangkok Post, and its ordinary shares are traded on The Stock Exchange of Thailand (SET) under the symbol "POST". Major shareholders in Post Publishing include the Chirathivat family (owners of Central Group), the South China Morning Post of Hong Kong, and GMM Grammy Pcl, Thailand's largest media and entertainment company.
Media Bias/Fact Check rates the Bangkok Post as Right-Center biased due to its promotion of the right-wing government and assigns it a 'Mixed' rating for factual reporting, citing poor sourcing and the promotion of pro-government propaganda. The outlet is known to practice self-censorship, particularly regarding Thailand's strict lèse-majesté law and criticism of the royal family or government. A notable incident in 2018 involved the editor being forced to resign after refusing to soften critical coverage of the ruling military junta. This aligns with reports from Freedom House and Reporters Without Borders (RSF), which consistently highlight constrained press freedom in Thailand, characterized by legal harassment and widespread self-censorship.
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Industry groups act on shrimp prices after Malaysia ban
- Thai industry groups are directly purchasing shrimp from farmers to stabilize prices after Malaysia suspended imports. - The suspension on June 1 caused shrimp prices to drop by 50-60 baht per kilog…
Bank of Thailand upgrades 2026 GDP growth forecast to 2.3%
- The Bank of Thailand has raised its 2026 GDP growth forecast to 2.3% from 1.5%, citing strong exports and government stimulus. - The Monetary Policy Committee unanimously decided to maintain the pol…
Huai Khwang targeted in nominee firm crackdown
- Thailand's Department of Business Development (DoBD) is intensifying its crackdown on nominee shareholding schemes and illicit financial activities. - The operation targeted businesses in Bangkok's …
Europe wilts under record heat as AC sales soar
- Europe is experiencing an unprecedented heatwave, with record-breaking temperatures in many countries. - Sales of air conditioners and fans have surged across the continent as people struggle to cop…
Thai Luxury Property Demand Unfazed by Nominee Structure Crackdown
- A crackdown on illegal nominee structures is unlikely to deter foreign buyers of luxury properties in Thailand. - While buyers are becoming more cautious, they are paying closer attention to legal o…
Thai workers flock back to Israel
- Despite the Oct. 7, 2023 Hamas attack that killed 39 Thai workers and took 31 hostage, the number of Thai laborers in Israel has increased from 30,000 to about 50,000. - Thai workers are drawn to Is…
Genetic study finds high diversity in Thailand's invasive tilapia fish
- A genetic study of blackchin tilapia in Thailand revealed high levels of genetic diversity within the invasive species. - The study could not pinpoint how the fish initially entered or spread throug…
MP faces summons over forex probe
- A Thai opposition lawmaker is facing a summons from a House committee over allegations of involvement in an illegal forex trading network. - The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) is investig…
Forex Probe Names Due Friday Amid Speculation of Politician and Star Involvement
- The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) will name individuals linked to an alleged illegal forex trading network on Friday. - Politicians and entertainment figures are reportedly implicated. -…
Peace deal unlikely to revive tourism
- Thailand's tourism sector remains cautious despite potential end of Middle East conflict, citing a slowdown in purchasing power. - Airlines and hotels report lower occupancy rates and bookings, part…
Call for tech defenses to protect Thailand's communication sovereignty
- Thailand must urgently strengthen its "communication sovereignty" to protect national interests in a digital environment dominated by global tech platforms and satellite networks. - Commissioner AM …
New electricity rates postponed pending review in Thailand
- Thailand's Energy Minister Akanat Promphan announced a delay in implementing higher electricity rates for high-consumption households. - The postponement is due to a need to revise the calculation m…
Bangkok governor urged to tackle urban woes, from vendors to pollution
- Diverse community representatives urged the incoming Bangkok governor to tackle long-standing urban issues like street vendor management and air quality. - Business leaders called for a transparent …
Phiphat loses key EEC post
- Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has taken direct control of the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) project. - He replaced his deputy, Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, in this key role. - The move signifies…
Thailand approves draft law on defective products liability
- Thailand's cabinet approved a draft Defective Products Liability Act to protect consumers against product defects. - The law covers general consumer goods for six months and motor vehicles for one y…
Ban on refined oil exports to continue
- Thailand will maintain its ban on refined oil exports due to ongoing Middle East conflicts and concerns over global energy supply stability. - The decision prioritizes domestic energy security, with…
Thais Spend 6.9 Years Living With Illness or Disability
- Thais are projected to spend an average of 6.9 years of their later lives living with illness or disability. - This statistic highlights increasing strain on Thailand's healthcare and long-term care…
Nearly half the world's children exposed to three or more climate risks: UNICEF
- Over one billion children worldwide face at least three overlapping climate hazards, according to a UNICEF report. - The most common combination of risks includes drought, extreme heat, and heat wav…
US, Iran reach deal to end war, signing set for Friday
- The United States and Iran have reached an agreement on a framework to end their war. - The deal includes halting the US blockade of Iran and reopening the Strait of Hormuz. - Signing of the agreeme…
Thailand's AI Ambitions Face Race Against Time, Leaders Warn
- Thailand's AI strategy is progressing, but leaders warn the country may miss its chance to translate policies into economic power. - Accelerating AI access for SMEs and building national data infras…
Experts question steel plant's reopening
- Experts are questioning the government's decision to allow Xin Ke Yuan Steel, a Chinese company operating in Thailand, to resume operations. - The company had been shut for over 18 months due to reg…
Welfare card deadline nears for those missing from databases
- Thailand's Finance Ministry urges low-income individuals missing from welfare databases to register by June 21. - A special registration channel through local administrative authorities has been ope…
Clip fuels Senate poll doubts
- Thai politician Parit Wacharasindhu released video evidence related to alleged collusion in last year's Senate election. - The footage reportedly shows an Election Commission official with a Senate …
Apple OS 27 updates to include child safety features
- Apple's upcoming OS 27 updates (iOS, iPadOS, macOS) will introduce enhanced child safety features. - The updates focus on performance improvements, a refined interface, and stronger parental control…
Visa shift unlikely to deter Indians
- Thailand's shift from visa-free entry to a visa-on-arrival scheme for Indian tourists is unlikely to deter visitors. - Affordable prices remain the primary deciding factor for Indian travelers to Th…
Thai PM Pledges Reforms to Attract Investors
- Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has promised regulatory and economic reforms. - The goal is to strengthen Thailand's appeal as a long-term investment destination. - These pledges aim to attr…
Thai agencies probe sale of 36 million personal data records online
- Thai authorities are investigating claims that over 36 million records of Thai citizens' personal data are being sold online. - The Digital Economy and Society Ministry is collaborating with the Nat…
Entertainment, sport events allowed after princess’ passing
- All entertainment and sports events can proceed following the passing of Her Royal Highness Princess Bajarakitiyabha Narendiradebyavati. - Organizers and attendees are asked to observe a moment of s…
Mexico starts World Cup with win over nine-man South Africa
- Mexico defeated South Africa 2-0 in the opening match of the World Cup at the Azteca Stadium. - The game was marked by three red cards, with both teams finishing with fewer than 11 players. - Despit…
Thai opposition to grill minister over controversial 1.6-billion-baht AI Passport project
- Thailand's opposition plans to summon the Digital Economy and Society Minister over a controversial TH-AI Passport project. - The project is valued at 1.6 billion baht and faces scrutiny regarding i…
Cybercriminals exploit FIFA World Cup fans with scams
- Cybercriminals are exploiting the FIFA World Cup with various scams, including fake ticketing and job offers. - Over 13,000 World Cup-themed domains were registered between January and May, with nea…
Thais Put Home Ownership Plans on Hold Amid Economic Worries
- A sharp increase in Thais are delaying home purchases, with 56% not planning to buy within five years. - Economic concerns are the primary driver, cited by 15% of respondents. - High housing prices …
NBTC urged to finalise TV roadmap
- Consumer groups urged Thailand's broadcasting regulator to finalize a delayed roadmap for digital TV and OTT services. - Delays in creating a clear transition plan could leave the country unprepared…
Parliamentary committee to probe health data breach
- A civil society group has asked a parliamentary committee to investigate a potential data breach involving a state healthcare agency. - The group claims sensitive personal information of 67.1 millio…
Thai Tourism Authority Targets Western China for Tourist Arrivals
- The Association of Thai Travel Agents (Atta) is conducting a roadshow in western China to attract tourists, aiming to restore arrivals to pre-pandemic levels. - Atta representatives met with over 60…
Used car sales to stay stagnant in 2026
- Thailand's used car market is expected to remain sluggish in 2026 due to competitive pricing from new cars, especially EVs. - Geopolitical tensions and tightened bank lending criteria are further da…
Association urges PM to expand co-pay scheme
- The Thai Restaurant Association seeks to expand the "Thai Chuay Thai Plus" co-payment scheme to include larger businesses. - Current eligibility restricts participation to small businesses and indiv…
Regulator to bolster disaster risk management
- Thailand's Office of the Insurance Commission is developing a national disaster playbook and a proposed disaster insurance fund. - The initiative aims to strengthen the country's disaster risk manag…
Economist warns of Thailand's potential dual deficit
- An economist warns Thailand faces a potential dual deficit, with both fiscal and current accounts moving into deficit, threatening economic stability. - Weaker exports, softer tourism, and rising im…
Buyers shift to Phuket amid instability
- International buyers are increasingly shifting their focus to Phuket, Thailand, for real estate investments amid global geopolitical instability. - Analysts note a surge in inquiries from affluent M…
House Speaker Sophon under fire over Saksayam case
- Thailand's opposition plans legal action against House Speaker Sophon Zarum if he doesn't forward a petition against the anti-graft body to the Supreme Court. - The petition accuses the National Ant…
Authorities ramp up Ebola surveillance
- Thai authorities are intensifying Ebola surveillance and prevention measures due to outbreaks in Uganda and DR Congo. - The Ministry of Public Health has designated these African nations as dangerou…
Living among Thais is a mixed bag
- Thailand does not formally recognize refugee status under domestic law, creating a legal grey area for asylum seekers. - Over 136 million people worldwide are projected to be forcibly displaced or s…
Thailand clarifies UNCLOS conciliation mechanism is non-binding
- Thailand's Foreign Ministry clarified that the compulsory conciliation mechanism under the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (Unclos) is not legally binding. - The ministry explained the mechanism…
Plain of Jars mystery solved
- Thousands of massive stone urns on Laos's Plain of Jars, previously speculated to be for brewing rice wine, are now strongly evidenced to be ancient burial sites. - An excavation of one urn, Jar 1, …
Teen Relatives Held in Killing of Kanchanaburi Girl
- Police arrested a 17-year-old uncle and a 13-year-old sister in connection with the death of a 7-year-old girl in Kanchanaburi, Thailand. - The suspects confessed to accidentally suffocating the chi…
THAI to resume direct Amsterdam flights
- Thai Airways will resume direct flights between Bangkok and Amsterdam on July 1. - The airline announced the route's return during its annual customer appreciation event,
Nominee structures thrust into the spotlight in Thai property sector
- Thai resort destinations are seeing increased scrutiny of foreign property ownership via nominee structures. - A recent crackdown on Koh Phangan has highlighted long-standing concerns in Thailand's …
Officials inch towards negative income tax
- Thailand's Finance Ministry is advancing plans to implement a negative income tax (NIT) system. - This initiative is part of a comprehensive overhaul of the government's existing welfare system. - T…
Thaksin to play no role in Pheu Thai, party leader insists
- Pheu Thai Party leader Julapun Amornvivat stated that former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra will not be involved in the party's affairs. - This statement follows Thaksin's release on parole and a…
Whirlwind forms over Hawaii's Kilauea volcano
- A small whirlwind formed around Hawaii's Kilauea volcano on Monday, June 1. - The event was captured by cameras operated by the United States Geological Survey (USGS). - The phenomenon occurred at a…
Emerging viruses
- Global health agencies are closely monitoring several emerging viruses, including Ebola, Nipah, Hantavirus, mpox, and avian influenza. - This surveillance aims to mitigate the risk of another pandem…
Russian condo tranfers surge by 33% in first quarter
- Russian buyers showed significant growth in Thailand's condominium market in Q1 2026, increasing by 33% in units and 69% in value. - Chinese buyers, previously the largest group, saw a sharp decline…
River pollution threat persists, government urged to act
- The National Health Commission Office (NHCO) urges the Thai government to prioritize transboundary pollution in the Kok River basin. - Pollution threatens the health and livelihoods of local communi…
PCD extends probe into blackened Saraburi canal
- Thailand's Pollution Control Department is extending its investigation into the blackened Takhe canal in Saraburi province. - The department is seeking inter-agency cooperation to identify illegal w…
PP leader blasted over 'blue regime' remark; senators demand apology
- Senators are demanding an apology from opposition leader Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut for calling the Senate a "blue regime" linked to the 2017 Constitution. - A group of 89 senators rejected the accus…
Sustainable Elephant Care Programs Launched in Ayutthaya Amid Welfare Concerns
- Visitor programs in Ayutthaya, Thailand, are focusing on sustainable elephant care amid criticism of animal welfare in the tourism industry. - The Royal Kraal Village is offering insights into eleph…
Govt to purge state secrets
- Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul ordered all state agencies to increase transparency and eliminate unnecessary secrecy as part of an anti-corruption campaign. - The initiative, launched in co…
Thai Military Eyes AI-Led Warfare Plan with New Joint Capabilities Command
- The Royal Thai Armed Forces are establishing a new Joint Capabilities Command (JCC) to develop autonomous military systems and enhance multi-domain warfare capabilities. - The initiative aligns with…
War on the economy
- Thailand's government faces criticism over its 400 billion baht emergency loan decree for economic stimulus, with concerns it could exacerbate inflation and impact fragile domestic consumption. - Th…
Thailand's Deputy PM: Peace Talks Alone Insufficient for Southern Conflict Resolution
- Thailand's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow has been appointed chairman of a new government committee focused on resolving unrest in the southern border provinces. - …
Land Bridge Project Faces Uphill Battle Amidst Economic and Environmental Concerns
- Thailand's ambitious Land Bridge project, aimed at boosting the economy and bypassing the Strait of Malacca, faces significant challenges. - The project promises to reduce shipping times and reposit…
No casino agenda in South: BJT
- The Bhumjaithai (BJT) Party's proposed Southern Economic Corridor (SEC) bill is not linked to casinos, according to chief government whip Korrawee Prissananantakul. - Korrawee stated the SEC bill fo…
Thailand's Land Bridge Project Faces Environmental and Economic Hurdles
- Researchers from Chulalongkorn University have raised concerns about the economic viability and environmental impact of Thailand's proposed Land Bridge project. - The project, intended to connect th…
Thailand Aims to Rebalance Trade with the US, Eyes Tariff Cuts and Increased Imports
- Thailand's Deputy Prime Minister met with the US Ambassador to discuss upgrading bilateral trade relations. - The two nations are prioritizing negotiations on an Agreement on Reciprocal Trade (ART) …
Songkhla MP Chonnaput Naksua Faces Prosecution in Gambling, Money Laundering Cases
- Songkhla MP Chonnaput Naksua faces prosecution in two criminal cases for alleged online gambling and money laundering. - The Attorney-General ordered charges filed after provincial prosecutors initi…
BLS Predicts Strong Q1 Results for Listed Thai Firms, Foresees 15% Net Profit Gain
- Listed Thai companies are projected to see a 15% year-on-year increase in net profits for Q1, driven by strong performance in telecom and electronics sectors. - Growth is supported by robust mobile …
Chadchart eyes another term in office
- Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt plans to announce his bid for a second term as an independent candidate before his current term ends next month. - He is focusing on fulfilling his current resp…
Minister warns of rising price pressure
- Thailand's Commerce Minister Suphajee Suthumpun warns of rising consumer goods prices due to increased production costs. - The ministry is implementing a program to promote affordable goods and expl…
Drugs Fueling Youth Mental Illness Surge
- Methamphetamine, cannabis, and kratom are identified as the primary drivers of drug abuse among Thai youth, with a significant rise in related mental health issues. - Research indicates that 77.44% …
New Push to Keep Fares Low as Govt Approves B2bn for Transport Sector
- The Thai government has approved a 2.06 billion baht support package to aid the transport sector amidst rising fuel costs. - The subsidy aims to stabilize fares, reduce operator costs, and ease the …