The Latest Breaking News from Bangkok

The country’s embattled prime minister will hold talks with party leaders in his ruling coalition Thursday as he seeks to control growing divisions that could lead to early elections later this year – which analysts say are likely to produce an unfavourable result for the establishment.

Police impounded assets and arrested six people during raids in Bangkok and Pathum Thani aimed at suppressing online sales of illegal drugs on Thursday morning.

Bangkok governor Aswin Kwanmuang, who was appointed, has made it clear for the first time that he will contest the city elections in May in a bid to retain his job, as an independent candidate.

Sitting on the banks of the Chao Phraya River, the Samphanthawong district is home to a large Chinese community and the Sampheng neighbourhood, which once functioned as Bangkok's primary commercial core. Browsing around, visitors can see historic Chinese shrines with striking architecture nestled among clusters of classic shophouses, transporting visitors…

Pol Gen Aswin Kwanmuang may step down as Bangkok governor next week to prepare his candidacy for a second term in office, according to a source at City Hall.

Nok Air cancelled its new Bangkok-Betong flights on Wednesday and Friday due to lack of passengers, promised refunds for the few tickets sold and suspended the service.

The Australian embassy presents "Australian Comics – Promoting Culture Through Visual Story Telling", a brand-new exhibition showcasing the best and most original comic art from Down Under, at the Gallery, 3rd floor of Bangkok Art and Culture Centre, Pathumwan intersection, until March 27.

At the end of 2021, Bangkok had 5.52 million residents -- 53% of whom (2.93 million) are women.

In a career than spans three decades, photojournalist Vinai Dithajohn has risked his life covering several coups and protest movements mostly using Democracy Monument as a vantage point. An exhibition of some his most harrowing shots and others that humanise protesters and police officers alike is currently on display at…

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has expressed concern over the Russian war against Ukraine that may affect the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (Apec) summit in Bangkok.

Bangkok governor Aswin Kwanmuang has signed an order allowing participants in meetings and banquets to drink alcoholic beverages until 11pm, further easing Covid-19 controls.