Here is a look at the top NATIONAL Thailand stories, chosen by our Pattaya News/TPN National team, from last week, Monday, December 22nd, to December 28th 2025.
They are not in any particular level of importance but are listed in the order of date of publication.
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Cambodian forces intensified their artillery barrage on parts of Thailand’s eastern Sa Kaeo province on Monday, killing one Thai soldier and destroying several civilian village houses, according to Thai military reports.
2. Thailand’s National Security Council (NSC) has approved sending Defence Minister General Nattapol Nakpanich (also known as “Big Lek”) as its representative to sign a Joint Statement with Cambodia on December 27th,, following progress in bilateral talks.
3. Thailand and Cambodia have signed an immediate ceasefire agreement to halt weeks of intense border clashes, with Thailand committing to repatriate 18 Cambodian soldiers held as prisoners of war if the truce holds for 72 hours.
Thailand and Cambodia Agree to Immediate 72 Hour Ceasefire in Border Conflict
4. A serious traffic accident occurred on North Pattaya Road in Chonburi province on Wednesday morning, when a pickup truck driver lost control and struck a utility pole on the road median.
5. A 34-year-old Thai motorcycle ride-hailing driver surrendered to police after allegedly stabbing a 42-year-old Indian tourist during a private birthday celebration in Pattaya, claiming he was startled by fireworks.
6. As thousands prepare to flock to Pattaya Beach for the grand “PATTAYA COUNTDOWN 2026 MONOMAX” New Year celebrations, authorities are urging visitors to plan routes carefully to avoid congestion during the three-day extravaganza from December 29-31.
Pattaya Gears Up for Spectacular PATTAYA COUNTDOWN To 2026 Celebrations By MONOMAX
7. Police in Phuket, working in coordination with Immigration Division 1, arrested a Chinese national wanted in connection with a fatal mining disaster in China.
Overstaying Chinese Fugitive Arrested in Phuket Linked to Deadly Mine Collapse
8. Phuket City Municipality has unveiled an ambitious program to boost tourism, strengthen the local economy, and promote community well-being during the festive season.
9. Phuket Province has officially launched its Command Center for Road and Marine Accident Prevention ahead of the New Year 2026 celebrations, reinforcing its commitment to public safety during one of the busiest travel periods of the year.
Phuket Launches Integrated Safety Command Center for New Year 2026
10. The Mai Khao Subdistrict Administrative Organization (SAO) held a solemn ceremony today to commemorate the 21st anniversary of the Indian Ocean tsunami, honoring the thousands of lives lost in one of the world’s deadliest natural disasters.
11. On Thursday, December 26, 2025, at 4:00 p.m., Patong Municipality hosted the 21st Anniversary Tsunami Memorial Ceremony at Bangla Square, Patong Beach.
That’s all for this week, as always thanks for your support.
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