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More Mobile Medical Teams to Be Developed to Help People Affected by Natural Disasters
The Ministry of Public Health has a policy to develop two types of medical teams in emergency situations to provide prompt assistance to people affected by natural disasters.
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Government Stresses Transparency in Its Rice-pledging Scheme
Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra has stressed that the Government’s rice-pledging policy has been implemented with transparency and that the Government is ready for scrutiny.
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Disabled People Provided with Greater Employment Opportunities
The Ministry of Social Development and Human Security has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to provide employment opportunities for disabled persons, as part of the celebration of the United Nations International Day of Persons with Disabilities.
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Thailand Getting Prepared for Greater Competition from Trade Liberalization
Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra has urged the Ministry of Commerce to work closely with the private sector in preparation for greater competition that will be brought about by trade liberalization in the region.
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Spectacular Cultural Activities to Celebrate Loy Krathong Festival
All parts of Thailand are preparing to organize various cultural activities to celebrate Loy Krathong Festival, one of the most fascinating water-based cultural events in the country.
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Announcement on the Use of the Internal Security Act in Three Districts of Bangkok
Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra has announced the use of the 2008 Internal Security Act in three districts of Bangkok, effective from 22 to 30 November 2012. The three districts include Phra Nakhon, Pom Prap Sattru Phai, and Dusit.
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Thailand and China Moving to Enrich Friendship and Cooperation
Thailand and China are moving to enrich friendship and cooperation in all areas, as China, in particular, has become one of the most important strategic partners for ASEAN.
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Thai and US Leaders Emphasize a Deeper Bilateral Strategic Partnership and Enhance Regional Cooperation
Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra and U.S. President Barack Obama met in Bangkok on 18 November 2012 on the eve of anniversary of the 180 years of diplomatic relations between Thailand and the United States of America. In a joint press statement, the two leaders defined the relationship as a way to set a deeper bilateral strategic partnership and enhance regional cooperation.
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Official Visit of Premier of the State Council of the People's Republic of China Wen Jiabao, 21 November 2012
Mr. Wen Jiabao, Premier of the State Council of the People's Republic of China, is scheduled to visit Thailand during 20-21 November 2012 as guest of the Royal Thai Government, at the invitation of Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra. This visit marks the first official visit of Premier Wen to the Kingdom.
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Significance of Wat Pho at the International Level
Known among foreigners as the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, Wat Pho in Thailand is attracting visitors from all over the world.
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