FM 88 Radio Thailand English

19/09/2025

LIVE Press Conference on Thailand - Cambodia Border Situation

By Mr. Nikorndej Balankura
Director-General of the Deparment of Information and MFA Spokesperson

• Friday, 19 Septemper 2025
• 11.00 hrs.
• Press Conference Room, Ministry of Foreign Affairs

19/09/2025

รายการ “MFA Update” ทาง FM 88 MHz
ออกอากาศวันศุกร์ที่ 19 กันยายน 2568 เวลา 09.15 – 09.30 น.
เรื่อง “งานสีสันแห่งแอฟริกา”
สัมภาษณ์ นายบริภัทร ตั้งเสรีกุล นักการทูตชำนาญการ กองแอฟริกา กรมเอเชียใต้ ตะวันออกกลางและแอฟริกา

Radio Thailand FM 88 MHz “MFA Update”
Friday 19 September 2025 09.15 – 09.30hrs
“The Colours of Africa”
Interview Mr. Boripat Tangsereekul, First Secretary, African Affairs Division
Department of South Asian, Middle East and African Affairs

17/09/2025

🇳🇮🎉 Radio Thailand joined the Embassy of Nicaragua and distinguished guests in celebrating 204 years of Nicaragua’s independence and a remarkable 50-year journey of diplomatic relations between Nicaragua and Thailand.

Held on September 16, 2025, at the InterContinental Hotel Bangkok, this first-ever celebration in Thailand brought together senators, diplomats, honorary consuls, and cultural figures — including Miss Earth Thailand 2025 — for a night of unity, history, and global friendship.

A true celebration of shared values, cultural exchange, and a partnership that continues to grow stronger 🇹🇭🤝🇳🇮

16/09/2025

🇹🇭✨ The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has kicked off “Nihao Month” in Guangzhou to attract Chinese tourists during the Mid-Autumn Festival and Golden Week. Running Sept–Dec, the campaign promotes Thailand as a safe, high-quality destination with authentic cultural experiences.

Key highlights:
🎉 Launch ceremony with Thai & Chinese officials
🎬 “Thailand, Told by You” creator challenge → winners get hosted trips
🌕 “Amazing Mid-Autumn in Thailand” with Thai stars & influencers
🎁 “Chinese Passport Privilege” perks at shops, malls, spas, and services

Celebrating 50 years of Thailand–China ties, the campaign strengthens cultural exchange and positions Thailand as a world-class tourism hub.

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has launched its “Nihao Month” campaign in Guangzhou to boost Chinese travel to Thailand during the Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day Golden Week. The opening ceremony, attended by TAT Governor Thapanee Kiatphaibool, Deputy Consul-General Porpot Changyawa, and Ke Xiandong, deputy director of the Guangzhou Municipal Bureau of Culture, Radio, Television and Tourism, highlighted growing cooperation between the two countries in tourism and cultural exchange.

Running from September through December, the campaign has been developed to capture demand during one of China’s busiest travel seasons. TAT is presenting Thailand as a “Quality Destination” by stressing safety, high service standards, and authentic cultural experiences.

The program includes the “Thailand, Told by You” challenge, inviting Chinese creators to produce travel content under Thai tourism themes, with winners traveling to Thailand for a hosted trip. Another key event, “Amazing Mid-Autumn in Thailand, Welcome Reception,” will feature popular Thai actors, who enjoy wide popularity in China, alongside prominent online influencers.

To provide added benefits for visitors, the campaign introduces the “Chinese Passport Privilege” program, offering exclusive deals at shops, malls, spas, and tourism services across Thailand. The initiative is supported by partnerships with major platforms and leading Thai retail groups.
Launched in the year of the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Thailand and China, “Nihao Month” is set to strengthen cultural links while enhancing Thailand’s profile as a world-class tourism hub known for its hospitality.

15/09/2025

🌎“THE AMBASSADOR”
📻FM 88 Radio Thailand English
🕘[15 Sep 2025] 9.15 – 9.30 AM
📌Join us as Dr. Sarun Posayachinda, Director of the international Astronomical Research Institute of Thailand (NARIT), takes us on a journey through the defining moments of his life, the inspirations that guided him, and the memorable experiences that shaped his career in astronomy.
🌌 Be inspired by his journey and discover the passion that drives his work.

12/09/2025

รายการ “MFA Update” ทาง FM 88 MHz
ออกอากาศวันศุกร์ที่ 12 กันยายน 2568 เวลา 09.15 – 09.30 น.
เรื่อง ครบรอบ 1 ปี PCA ไทย-อียู
สัมภาษณ์นางสาววรมน สินสุวรรณ ผู้อำนวยการกองสหภาพยุโรป

Radio Thailand FM 88 MHz “MFA Update”
Friday 12 September 2025 09.15 – 09.30hrs
“One Year of Thailand-EU PCA”
Interview Dr. Woramon Sinsuwan Director of European Union Affairs Division

10/09/2025

Thailand and Cambodia held the 1st Special General Border Committee (GBC) Meeting in Koh Kong on 10 September 2025, co-chaired by their defence ministers. The meeting reviewed previous outcomes and set action plans to fully implement the ceasefire, strengthen trust, and move toward restoring normal relations.

Key Agreements:

De-escalation: Withdraw heavy weapons, avoid provocative actions, maintain communication at all levels, and refrain from spreading false information.

Observation Mechanisms: Continue using the Interim Observer Team (IOT) until the ASEAN Observer Team (AOT) is formed.

Confidence Building: Release prisoners of war, consider reopening border crossings for trade, and ensure no expansion of disputes.

Humanitarian Cooperation: Launch joint humanitarian demining, with CMAC and TMAC, and protect civilian lives.

Security & Crime Prevention: Strengthen cooperation against cross-border crimes, trafficking, smuggling, cybercrime, and online scams through new joint task forces.

Border Management: Refer disputed areas to the Joint Boundary Commission (JBC) and manage tensions locally through provincial coordination.

Next Steps: RBC meetings to focus on restoring relations, creating coordination groups, and setting up Township Border Committees.

Future Plans:
The 2nd Special GBC Meeting will be hosted by Thailand within 30 days.

Read the full statement: https://www.mfa.go.th/en/content/joint-press-statement-special-gbc-100925

Joint Press Statement of the Special General Border Committee (GBC) Meeting, Koh Kong, Cambodia, 10 September 2025

08/09/2025

🌎“THE AMBASSADOR”
📻FM 88 Radio Thailand English
[Monday 8 Sep 2025] 9.15–9.30 AM

📍In this episode, we speak with Mr. Suphakit Chareonkul, Executive Director at the International Institute for Trade and Development (ITD). He shares with us the vision behind the ITD Southeast Asia Forum 2025, a landmark international platform addressing the rapidly changing rules of global trade.
📍Discover a forum that is more than just a seminar, featuring world-class leaders and their perspectives, with benefits for Thai SMEs, policymakers, and active citizens, and highlighting Southeast Asia’s preparation for the future of global trade.
📻Don’t miss this insightful and inspiring episode!

05/09/2025

🌟 PRD Booth Goes Viral in Japan – Long Queues Despite the Rain 🌧️

On 4 September 2025, the Government Public Relations Department of Thailand (PRD) continued to generate strong public interest with its Thai soft power showcase at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai. The PRD booth, presented under the theme “Thainess Power: Connecting Lives for Greatest Happiness,” went viral on social media 📱, attracting large crowds of visitors throughout the day. Even heavy afternoon rain did not deter visitors, who continued to queue outside to participate in the booth’s activities.

The booth’s popularity was reflected in feedback from Japanese visitors 🇯🇵, some of whom said they had come back multiple days in a row 🔄, with many making the PRD booth their first stop upon arriving at the Expo. Meanwhile, representatives from the France Pavilion 🇫🇷 also visited the booth, noting they were drawn by viral posts on X (Twitter) 🐦, particularly about the highly popular AI Photobooth 🤖 that allows visitors to virtually dress in traditional Thai costumes.

On the same day, representatives from the National Telecommunications Public Company Limited (NT) and Ms. Aranya Ketkaew, Deputy Director-General of PRD, joined the booth activities to encourage staff and engage with visitors.

Additionally, the PRD delegation met with Mr. Wataru Fujioka, Head of the Abeno Disaster Prevention Center “Abeno Taskal” in Osaka, to discuss disaster management approaches ⚠️ and risk communication strategies that could be adapted for Thailand’s context. The meeting also explored how the Center’s knowledge and practices could help enhance Thai public communication on disaster preparedness.

On 11 September 2025, PRD executives and Thai media representatives will join a demonstration at the Abeno Taskal Center 🏢 to observe its disaster management systems, communication methods, and interactive training activities. The visit will also include discussions on potential cooperation 🤝 and technical support from the Center’s experts to strengthen Thailand’s crisis communication capabilities—ensuring greater national readiness in the face of future disasters.

05/09/2025

📻รายการ “MFA Update” ทาง FM 88 MHz
📍ออกอากาศวันศุกร์ที่ 5 กันยายน 2568 เวลา 09.15 – 09.30 น.
เรื่อง การเยือนสวีเดนอย่างเป็นทางการของรัฐมนตรีว่าการกระทรวงการต่างประเทศ
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เอกอัครราชทูต ณ กรุงสตอกโฮล์ม
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📻Radio Thailand FM88 MHz MFA Update program
📍Friday 5 September 2025 09.15hrs - 09.30hrs
FM’s Visit to Sweden
Interview Mrs. Arunrung Phothong Humphreys
Ambassador of Thailand to Sweden

03/09/2025