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08/09/2026

Thailand’s Ministry of Culture says the five-day “Colors of Thai Thai” cultural fair attracted more than 30,000 visitors, generating over 17 million baht in sales and around 43 million baht in economic activity. The event, held from September 2–6 at IMPACT Muang Thong Thani, also reached more than 24 million views and engagements online.

Culture Minister Sabida Thaiseth said the fair aimed to make Thai culture more accessible and engaging, particularly for younger generations, through performances, food, crafts, exhibitions and workshops. More than 500 entrepreneurs, artists and cultural networks took part.

The ministry will use feedback and event data to improve future activities, focusing on Experience, Participation and Learning, while developing cultural events into a “Cultural Experience Platform” that connects culture, creativity, the creative economy and cultural tourism.

08/09/2026

The Ministry of Public Health, through the Department of Disease Control, is promoting child car seat use to reduce road injuries and deaths. The initiative provides safety guidance to parents through antenatal and child health clinics and establishes Car Seat Banks at hospitals.

Under the “100 Hospitals, 100 Car Seat Banks” project, the programme will expand nationwide across all 77 provinces. Children aged up to six or shorter than 135 centimetres are required by law to use a car seat when travelling by car.

The ministry says proper car seat use can reduce the risk of death among young children by up to 70 percent. As of September 2, 719 car seats had entered the system, with 447 already distributed.

08/09/2026

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08/09/2026

Minister of Tourism and Sports Surasak Phancharoenworakul presided over the opening of the 2026 Thailand National Para Sports Championships in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province, reaffirming the government’s commitment to equal access to sports and opportunities for athletes with disabilities to develop their potential and pursue excellence at national and international levels.

Organized by the Sports Association for the Disabled of Thailand under Royal Patronage in cooperation with Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province and the Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Provincial Sports Association, the championships provide athletes from across the country with opportunities to showcase their abilities, gain competition experience and advance their sporting potential.

Minister Surasak emphasized that sport should be accessible to everyone equally, serving not only as a pathway to sporting success but also as a means of improving quality of life, building confidence and inspiring people to reach their full potential.

The Ministry of Tourism and Sports will continue supporting para sports through athlete development, competition opportunities and pathways to elite-level competition, while promoting a more inclusive national sports ecosystem under the concept of “sport for all.”

07/09/2026

🇹🇭🇯🇵 BOI Affirms Japanese Investment in Thailand, Accelerating Production Upgrades for Emerging Technologies

Thailand's Board of Investment (BOI) revealed a major shift in Japanese investment, transitioning from decade-long production bases toward high-tech upgrades, efficiency enhancement, and high-value product development.

Mr. Narit Therdsteerasukdi, Secretary General of the BOI, emphasized that Japan remains Thailand’s key long-term partner in building essential supply chains across automotive, electronics, and machinery sectors. Building on a massive surge in 2025 where investment applications more than doubled to 302 projects worth over 113 billion baht, Japan continues to maintain strong momentum, securing 123 projects worth 32.79 billion baht in the first half of 2026.

To support this modern transformation, the BOI is actively promoting high-tech endeavors, future supply chain industries, R&D, and Regional Headquarters (RHQ), over 40% of which are currently Japanese firms.

Reaffirming Thailand’s commitment as a "second home" for Japanese business, Mr. Narit assured that the Thai government will fully support both existing base enhancements and new high-tech ventures. This strategy aims to position Thailand as a central hub for Japanese companies to advance technology, strengthen global supply chains, and achieve sustainable long-term growth.

07/09/2026

PM Anutin Opens NDC’68 Symposium, Highlighting ‘Resilient Thailand’ Policy to Build Strength From Within 🛡⚔

Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Anutin Charnvirakul presided over the opening of the NDC’68 Symposium on September 7, 2026, held at the National Defence College (NDC) under the theme “Resilient Thailand.”

During his address, the Prime Minister emphasized that modern national security requires building resilience from within to navigate global geopolitical shifts, trade evolution, and technological challenges into opportunities.

To build a nation that is "Strong Within," the government is focusing on three core strategic pillars. The plan involves shifting toward high-tech future industries, reforming the bureaucracy under the "Better Government" model, and prioritizing human skill development. These integrated initiatives aim to boost national competitiveness and elevate Thailand into a high-income nation.

In his closing remarks, the Prime Minister stressed that internal strength serves to empower global engagement rather than promote isolationism. He algo urged the NDC network to help communicate this strategic direction to build public understanding and drive transformation together.

Credit: ไทยคู่ฟ้า

07/09/2026

Thailand Approves National Disaster Insurance to Protect 30 Million Households 🚨

Deputy Government Spokesperson Ploytalay Laksameesangchan announced the Cabinet's approval in principle of the National Disaster Insurance System. Funded entirely by the government at an estimated annual premium of 15.5 billion baht, the scheme transitions Thailand toward a proactive risk management model to ensure swift compensation for 30 million households across three major hazards: floods, storms, and earthquakes.

Under the residential property criteria, flood victims will receive an initial compensation of 10,000 baht per household, while storm or earthquake victims will get 5,000 baht within 15 days. Additional compensation based on actual property damage will be provided, capped at a maximum of 100,000 baht per household per event. Furthermore, in the tragic event of loss of life resulting from a covered disaster, the system will disburse a benefit of 2,000,000 baht per person to the deceased's family.

The Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation and the Office of Insurance Commission (OIC) are actively finalizing the system's framework. Relevant laws and regulations are being revised to streamline operations and prevent overlapping with existing state relief measures. The government aims to complete the rollout by the end of September 2026 to deliver timely, structured support to residents in high-risk areas nationwide.

07/09/2026

Ministry of Education gears up for Ubon Ratchathani International Olympiad 🔭

Mr. Prasert Jantararuangtong, Minister of Education, chaired a steering committee meeting at the Ministry of Education to oversee preparations for the 5th International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics for Juniors (5th IOAAjr 2026) scheduled to take place from November 1 to 8, 2026, at Ubon Ratchathani University.

The event is co-hosted by a consortium of key organizations, including the Ministry of Education; the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI); the Institute for the Promotion of Teaching Science and Technology (IPST); the National Astronomical Research Institute of Thailand (NARIT); the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT); Ubon Ratchathani Province; and Ubon Ratchathani University.

This prestigious international competition is organized to honor Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn on the auspicious occasion of HRH's 6th cycle (72nd) birthday anniversary. It marks the third time Thailand has hosted an international astronomy and astrophysics olympiad — following the 1st IOAA in Chiang Mai (2007) and the 11th IOAA in Phuket (2017) — and serves as the nation's very first time hosting the Junior level (IOAAjr).

Credit: Faculty of Science, Ubonratchathani University

07/09/2026

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