Latest news in Thailand? September 13th, 2026
13-09-2026
Major news developments in Thailand for September 13, 2026:
- Severe Weather and Flood Alerts: The Thai Meteorological Department issued Warning No. 13 for heavy to very heavy rainfall across central, eastern, and southern Thailand, including Bangkok and surrounding provinces. Authorities have placed foothill, riverbank, and low-lying zones on alert for potential flash floods and mudslides as a monsoon trough interacts with a tropical system forming in the South China Sea. Thairath English – ไทยรัฐ+ 1
- Upcoming Visa Policy Shift: Following the official Royal Gazette publication, travelers and industry operators are preparing for major changes taking effect on September 15, 2026. The current 60-day visa exemption scheme will end and be replaced by a restructured 30-day and 15-day exemption system, along with stricter arrival document requirements. Envoy Global
- Domestic Politics and Protests: Opposition parties announced preparations to submit a formal no-confidence motion by the end of September. Concurrently, pro-democracy and civic groups held marches in Bangkok demanding progress on the investigation into alleged collusion during the recent Senate selection process. www.khaosodenglish.com+ 1
- Major Temple Embezzlement Investigation: The Anti-Money Laundering Office (AMLO) and national police are investigating high-profile financial irregularities involving a former senior abbot and associates in Ayutthaya accused of misappropriating tens of millions of baht in temple donations. www.thaiexaminer.com