Japan police send liaison to Thailand for fraud crackdown
World 16:46 18/06/2026TOKYO -- Japan's National Police Agency said Thursday that it has assigned a liaison to Thailand to coordinate with authorities in Southeast Asian countries to combat fraud involving 'tokuryu' loosely organized anonymous criminal groups.
Hanoi provides platform for Thai, Cambodian PMs to voice commitment to peace
In-Depth 17:49 10/06/2026During the ASEAN Future Forum, held in Hanoi on June 9-10, Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet both spoke in support of border peace, delivering a message that experts described as a vivid demonstration of ASEAN’s unique diplomatic strength.
Vietnam, Laos prioritize strategic projects to boost regional trade
Vietnam News 17:00 10/06/2026Vietnam and Laos have agreed to prioritize major strategic cooperation projects in transport, energy, agriculture, and digital transformation, while improving connectivity to help Lao goods reach regional and global markets.
Timor-Leste PM makes Vietnamese food, Thai guests impressed by 'banh xeo' in Hanoi
Vietnam News 14:26 10/06/2026Senior delegations from Timor-Leste and Thailand sampled a wide range of Vietnamese dishes during their visits to Hanoi for the ASEAN Future Forum, with Timor-Leste Prime Minister Kay Rala Xanana Gusmão joining restaurant staff in preparing Vietnamese food, while Thai guests were particularly impressed by the size and presentation of 'banh xeo' (Vietnamese sizzling crepes).
Spouses of Vietnamese, Lao, Cambodian, Thai PMs visit Temple of Literature in Hanoi
Vietnam News 13:54 09/06/2026Dao Thi Bich Thuy, spouse of Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung, together with Vandara Siphandone, spouse of the Lao PM; Pich Chamony, spouse of the Cambodian PM; and Thananon Niramit, spouse of the Thai PM, visited the Temple of Literature in Hanoi on Monday, within the framework of their official visit to Vietnam.
Thai PM to visit Vietnam, attend 3rd ASEAN Future Forum
Vietnam News 16:06 06/06/2026Prime Minister of Thailand Anutin Charnvirakul will pay an official visit to Vietnam and attend the third ASEAN Future Forum from Monday to Tuesday next week, marking his official trip to the country.
Japan, Thailand ink memorandum on new foreign worker program
World 16:32 04/06/2026TOKYO -- Japan signed a memorandum of cooperation with Thailand on Tuesday for the proper implementation of Japan's new skill development and employment program for foreign workers, the Immigration Services Agency said Thursday.
Top Vietnamese leader’s visits to 3 ASEAN countries highlights peace, political trust
In-Depth 16:24 02/06/2026Vietnamese Party General Secretary and State President To Lam’s visits to three ASEAN countries -- Thailand, Singapore, and the Philippines -- underscored Vietnam’s commitment to promoting peace, political trust, and cooperation within ASEAN, while reflecting a renewed approach to foreign affairs that prioritizes effectiveness and substance.
Vietnamese Party chief’s spouse visits Bangkok cultural sites in traditional Thai attire
Vietnam News 14:35 29/05/2026Madame Ngo Phuong Ly, spouse of Vietnam’s Party General Secretary and State President To Lam, on Thursday joined the Thai prime minister’s spouse Thananon Charnvirakul for a visit to the Temple of the Emerald Buddha and the Queen Sirikit Museum of Textiles inside the Grand Palace complex.
Visit by Vietnam’s top leader to Thailand aimed at deepening strategic partnership
In-Depth 16:49 28/05/2026Vietnamese Party General Secretary and State President To Lam arrived in Thailand on Wednesday for an official visit expected to strengthen the Vietnam–Thailand Comprehensive Strategic Partnership through deeper cooperation in digital economy, supply chains, green transition, and regional security.
Thai PM chairs welcome ceremony for Vietnam’s top leader
Vietnam News 15:38 28/05/2026Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and his spouse on Thursday morning presided over a welcome ceremony for Vietnamese Party General Secretary and State President To Lam and his spouse, who are in Thailand for an official visit through Friday.
Thailand boosts community-based elderly care with Japanese help
World 17:12 21/05/2026BUENG YITHO, THAILAND -- As Thailand's population ages, local governments and communities are stepping up efforts to support older residents through integrated care initiatives, in some cases drawing on Japanese experience.
