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05/09/2026

PRD Joins Shenzhen Sub-Forum Ahead of Asia-Pacific Media Forum 2026

SHENZHEN, September 4, 2026 — Mrs. Sudruetai Lertkasem, Director-General of Thailand’s Government Public Relations Department (PRD), participated in the Shenzhen Sub-Forum in Shenzhen, China, organized by Xinhua News Agency and its partners as a lead-up to the Asia-Pacific Media Forum 2026 (APMF 2026).

The forum brought together leading media representatives to exchange perspectives on the evolving role of media in the digital era and explore ways to strengthen media cooperation across the Asia-Pacific region.

The discussions set the stage for APMF 2026, scheduled for September 5 under the theme “Building A Path to Shared Prosperity for the Asia-Pacific Community: Media Consensus and Action.” Around 200 representatives from government agencies, major media organizations, international organizations, academia, and diplomatic missions across the region are expected to participate.

A key highlight of the main forum will be high-level discussions featuring media leaders, including the PRD Director-General, who will share perspectives on communicating credible information, adapting to rapid technological shifts and the changing media landscape, and building stronger regional media networks.

The event takes place during APEC China Year 2026, ahead of the 33rd APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting in Shenzhen this November, underscoring the important role of media in connecting people with reliable information, fostering mutual understanding, and supporting international cooperation across the region.

For Thailand, the PRD Director-General’s participation provides an important opportunity to expand partnerships with international media organizations, exchange communication expertise, and explore new areas of cooperation in news and content development — contributing to stronger understanding and closer collaboration within the Asia-Pacific community.

04/09/2026

Department of Internal Trade Expands Distribution Outlets to Support Southern Mangosteen Farmers
The Department of Internal Trade (DIT) under the Ministry of Commerce has implemented targeted intervention measures to support southern mangosteen growers amid seasonal supply surges and fruit quality variations that have impacted market prices. DIT Director-General Wittayakorn Maneenetr reported that southern Thailand is projected to yield 139,396 metric tons of mangosteen in 2026, with over 67% already harvested. Slower export demand and unfavorable weather conditions have created local price pressures, prompting the DIT to directly assist in absorbing and distributing over 20,000 tonnes of produce to buyers and retail consumers nationwide.
To stabilize prices, the DIT established eight dedicated purchasing sites for factory-grade mangosteens across Chumphon, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Pattani, and Narathiwat, along with three central auction yards in Chumphon and Nakhon Si Thammarat. Additionally, the department partnered with seven commercial airlines to launch a nationwide promotion running from September 1, 2026, to August 31, 2027, allowing domestic passengers flying out of 20 regional airports to check one 10-kilogram box of fruit free of charge. Long-term initiatives are also underway with the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives to improve orchard management practices and meet higher export grading standards.

04/09/2026

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04/09/2026

Thailand’s AI Passport Reaches 500,000 Users, Expanding Access to Leading AI Models
Digital Economy and Society Minister Chaichanok Chidchob announced that Thailand’s AI Passport platform has surpassed 500,000 users, offering the public centralized access to multiple private-sector AI models through a single government-backed gateway. Rather than developing native models, the platform serves as an accessible hub featuring diverse tools such as Seedance, Nano Banana, Grok, and GPT, enabling users to test and compare different specializations without managing individual paid subscriptions.
To optimize user experience, Minister Chaichanok has instructed developers to update the default settings so that the highest-level capable model is selected automatically. He noted that performance variations, including occasional language errors, depend on the specific engine chosen rather than whether a tool is free or paid. Users are encouraged to experiment with different prompt instructions and leverage their previous AI outputs to build comprehensive personal knowledge bases tailored to specific tasks.

04/09/2026

Prime Minister Chairs Data Center Policy Board to Drive Digital Economy and Green Standards
On September 4, 2026, Prime Minister and Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul presided over the first Data Center Policy Committee meeting of 2026 at Government House in Bangkok. Government Spokesperson Ratchada Thanadirek reported that the Prime Minister highlighted data centers as critical digital infrastructure for future industries and long-term economic growth, emphasizing that Thailand's strategic location and readiness continue to attract strong interest from both domestic and international investors across the ASEAN region.
While acknowledging growing public concerns regarding urban data center developments, the Prime Minister stressed that rising investments must create domestic value beyond merely hosting facilities. He called on the committee to balance rapid expansion with national interests by establishing clear regulatory frameworks, promoting Green Data Center standards and renewable energy, and enhancing cybersecurity and AI-Cloud ecosystems to minimize environmental impacts while building local human capital.
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04/09/2026

Chulalongkorn University Hosts Training on Social Security and Compensation Fund Benefits for Staff
On August 28, 2026, the Office of Human Resources Management at Chulalongkorn University organized a training program titled "Social Security and Compensation Fund Benefits" at Chamchuri 10 Building. Presided over by Vice President Professor Dr. Kanaphon Chanhom, the session featured expert speakers Parichat Saributranont and Thanapol Kaewpangan from the Ministry of Labour. The initiative aimed to enhance university personnel’s understanding of their legal rights as insured persons, enabling them to properly utilize benefits and offer accurate guidance within their respective departments.
The training highlighted key distinctions between the Social Security Act and the Compensation Fund Act to ensure staff receive their full entitlements. While the Social Security Fund covers non-work-related cases such as general illness, disability, death, maternity, child allowance, old age, and unemployment, the Compensation Fund specifically provides coverage for work-related injuries, illnesses, death, or disappearances. By hosting this session, Chulalongkorn University reinforced the importance of financial and social protections for its workforce.

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03/09/2026

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03/09/2026

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03/09/2026

Ministry of Finance & Bank of Thailand Unveil Strategic Vision for Thailand’s Economic Future 🌐✨
Dr. Ekniti Nitithanprapas, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, delivered a keynote vision on “Unlocking the New Regional Growth Engine with Thailand's New Horizon.” Joining him was Mr. Vitai Ratanakorn, Governor of the Bank of Thailand, who shared his insights on “Thailand's New Horizons: Building Trust and Resilience in the Financial System,” aiming to elevate potential and build sustainable confidence in the country's economic future at the Bangkok Business Summit 2026, held at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC) on September 3, 2026.
During the event, the World Bank Group launched the “Building Thailand's Future Today” report, presenting a roadmap and strategic vision to help Thailand transition toward higher-value economic activities and create more high-quality jobs.
This report launch comes as Thai public and private sector leaders actively discuss long-term economic restructuring ahead of the 2026 IMF-World Bank Group Annual Meetings, scheduled for October 12–18, 2026, at QSNCC, Bangkok.
This summit serves as an official prelude to the milestone global financial conference, bringing together over 15,000 policymakers, economists, government representatives, business executives, and international media from 191 countries to exchange views on the future of the global economy.

03/09/2026

🇹🇭🇺🇸📍Special Report marking the 250th Anniversary of the Independence of the United States of America, featuring a special message from H.E. Sean K. O’Neill, U.S. Ambassador to Thailand, reflecting on more than 200 years of friendship between Thailand and the United States and inviting Americans and Thais to join the Freedom 250 celebrations taking place across Thailand.