BANGKOK, June 7, 2026 — Thai immigration police have arrested a Japanese national accused of leading a major call centre fraud network operating from Poipet, Cambodia, in a joint operation with Japanese authorities. The suspect, identified as 39-year-old M. Sasaki, was arrested in Bangkok’s Thonglor district on June 6. Authorities
BANGKOK, June 7, 2026 — A growing debate over education reform and national identity in Thailand has sparked wider discussion about whether a stronger emphasis on nationalism could affect the country's long-standing openness to international engagement. The discussion follows plans by Thailand’s Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation
BANGKOK, June 5, 2026 — Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra is scheduled to have his electronic monitoring (EM) bracelet removed on June 8 as part of procedures related to the royal pardon granted earlier this year, according to his daughter, former Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra. Speaking to reporters during
PHNOM PENH, June 5, 2026 — Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for East Asian and Pacific Affairs Hunt VanderToll has concluded a visit to Cambodia, holding high-level discussions with senior Cambodian leaders aimed at strengthening bilateral relations, promoting regional security, and expanding economic cooperation. During the visit, VanderToll met with
Thailand’s political leadership appears increasingly cornered by the consequences of its own rhetoric and policy contradictions over the ongoing tensions with Cambodia. What began as nationalist messaging aimed at reassuring domestic audiences has now evolved into a dangerous political trap — one that risks damaging Thailand’s credibility, economy, diplomacy, and
DILI, June 2, 2026 — Cambodia is helping several countries develop digital government platforms, reflecting the country’s growing technological capabilities and enhancing its international standing, Minister of Post and Telecommunications Chea Vandeth said on Monday. Speaking during the launch of Timor-Leste’s verify.gov.tl document verification platform in Dili on June 1,
PHNOM PENH, June 3, 2026 — Cambodia and India have officially launched the first phase of a cross-border QR code payment connectivity system, allowing Indian visitors to make digital payments at merchants across Cambodia by scanning KHQR codes using mobile banking applications from participating Indian financial institutions. The launch ceremony
