The first recognised conscientious objector was sentenced to prison as he refused compulsory military service on ethical grounds, drawing attention to Thailand’s military conscription system and the absence of legal provisions for conscientious objection

New Sadao border checkpoint with Malaysia has been opened to improve trade and passenger flows; The larger facility is expected to reduce congestion on one of the busiest land borders in Southeast Asia and strengthen economic links

An “AI passport” program has been proposed, aiming to certify citizens’ AI skills through training, assessments and broader access to AI tools; The initiative aims to improve workforce readiness, reduce digital inequality and support adoption of AI

Bangkok has begun testing a waste-to-energy plant that uses controlled combustion and emissions treatment systems to incinerate municipal waste to generate electricity, at the same time reducing the need of new landfills