The Latest Breaking News from Srettha Thavisin

Jailed former Thai prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra is expected to be freed on parole early Sunday, just six months after his dramatic return to the kingdom from 15 years of self-imposed exile.

Despite being granted parole, Thaksin could face further legal troubles over charges for insulting the monarchy in 2015.

The air force has agreed to give up its Kantarat Golf Course located between runways of Don Mueang Airport and allow access to some of its other properties for the development of state projects, according to Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin.

The Customs Department has been told to ban Chinese imports of elephant-patterned pants as the pattern's copyright has now been registered, the Commerce Ministry said on Monday.

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin made a surprise visit to Suvarnahabhumi airport on Monday, and told officials to speed up immigration and baggage claim for travellers.

Sri Lanka seeks to foster growth after its economy contracted 3.8 percent last year, according to World Bank estimates.

US and Chinese representatives are expected to meet in Bangkok, Thailand to address tensions and maintain strategic communication between the two countries.

University students must have their English language skills tested and meet Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) standards before they can graduate, said the government.

Photos by rescue workers show debris and body parts after the blast in a remote area.