Former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra, currently serving a one-year sentence at Klongprem Central Prison, is now under a five-day coronavirus 2019 (Covid-19) quarantine as officials determine his placement and responsibilities.

Occupancy in Bangkok’s office market fell below 80% for the first time since 2004 as an influx of new Grade A supply drew tenants from older towers, forcing landlords to cut rents, renovate or repurpose, according to the property consultancy CBRE Thailand.

Caretaker Defence Minister Gen Nattaphon Narkphanit has eased concerns about a plan to reopen some border crossings between Thailand and Cambodia, saying more steps must be taken before the gates can be unlocked.

The Pheu Thai Party affirmed there will be no change in its leadership as it prepares for internal restructuring ahead of the general election.

Charnchai Issarasenarak has long been recognised as a steadfast advocate for transparency and accountability.

The Thailand Consumer Council (TCC) has urged the new government to press ahead with the 20-baht flat-fare policy for electric trains, citing its affordability and the benefits it would bring to the economy and the environment.