Thailand's Pheu Thai party to decide PM candidate as parliamentary vote looms
The 11-party alliance holds 314 house seats and should have no difficulty electing a PM on Friday, providing it remains intact.
Thu Aug 15 2024
Setback for Thailand's Move Forward Party as court accepts dissolution case
Thailand's Constitutional Court on Wednesday accepted a case seeking the dissolution of the opposition Move Forward Party.
Wed Apr 03 2024
Jailed former Thai PM Thaksin gets extension to hospital stint
The corrections department has come under criticism amid widespread scepticism about the extent of Thaksin Shinawatra's health problems.
Thu Jan 11 2024
Thai PM: 'I don't agree with recreational use' of cannabis
Thailand's cannabis industry projected to be worth up to $1.2 bln over the next few years with thousands of businesses in tourist hot spots.
Fri Sep 15 2023
Daughter of Thailand's ex-PM Thaksin says clemency request "up to him"
Drafting (a pardon request) takes time and it is up to him to choose the time and process, Paetongtarn Shinawatra said.
Tue Aug 29 2023
'It will take time' - Thai PM discusses overcoming rifts with former coup general
Existing divisions will be difficult to overcome, said. the newly minted Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin
Thu Aug 24 2023
Srettha endorsed by king as Thailand's new PM - Official
His Majesty has given royal assent for the 30th prime minister of Thailand, a spokesperson said.
Wed Aug 23 2023
Most Thais oppose plan for Pheu Thai-military coalition government - Poll
About 64% of 1,310 respondents disagreed or totally disagreed with the idea of the Pheu Thai party forming a "special government".
Mon Aug 21 2023
Thai court to decide on election winners' challenge to derailed PM bid
The court must decide whether there is merit in Move Forward's challenge to a decision that prevented Pita Limjaroenrat's PM bid.
Wed Aug 16 2023
Thailand alliance expands in new effort to form government
Pheu Thai party said it had the support of six more parties in its attempt to form a government, still short of the required backing.
Wed Aug 09 2023
Thai parliament to convene as Move Forward looks to lead new government
Move Forward won big support from youth voters and the capital Bangkok, campaigning overwhelmingly on social media.
Mon Jul 03 2023
Thailand opposition crushes military parties in election rout
The liberal Move Forward party and the populist Pheu Thai Party were far out in front with 99% of votes counted, but it was far from certain either will form the next government.
Mon May 15 2023
Thai capital braces for protests over PM's term limit
Thai authorities ramped up security in the capital ahead of protests calling on the prime minister to resign.
Wed Aug 24 2022
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS
The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid
Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.
Fri Oct 18 2024
NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil
PM Anwar Ibrahim said NFOF will support venture capital fund managers to invest in startup companies with RM300 million set aside for 2025.
Fri Oct 18 2024