Thailand has established three additional cloud-seeding operations in Nakhon Sawan, Buriram, and Ubon Ratchathani provinces to boost water supplies for agricultural areas facing drought concerns. Director Withaya Kaewmee of the Royal Rainmaking and Agricultural Aviation Department stated that since Thailand entered the monsoon season on May 15, overall rainfall has remained below normal. July and August are expected to see dry spells with below-average precipitation, creating risks of water shortages during the 2025 dry season across the country.

Most crops nationwide are in growth stages requiring adequate water. The Central Region has rice in seedling and tillering phases, sugarcane in tillering and stem extension, and cassava in canopy development. Northern rice is being prepared for planting, corn is in early planting to flowering stages. Eastern rice is in land preparation to seedling phases, cassava in canopy development. Northeast rice is in transplanting to seedling stages, sugarcane in stem extension. Southern rice is in seedling to tillering phases, cassava in root and growth development.

Reservoirs and dams require significant water replenishment, with usage at less than 30 percent capacity. The three new operations target: the Nakhon Sawan operation supporting rice-growing areas outside irrigation zones in Tha Tak, Phaisali, and Nong Bua districts, plus western and eastern agricultural zones; and combined Buriram-Ubon Ratchathani operations supporting rice areas in Sisaket Province's Wang Hin, Prang Ku, Phrai Bueng, Phyu, and Chaturphak Triphiman districts, plus Roi Et Province's Tung Kula Ronghai region.

Withaya emphasized that all cloud-seeding units must plan interventions before agricultural damage occurs, analyzing water requirements by crop type and weather conditions for maximum efficiency. The department has personnel, aircraft, equipment, and can adjust operations to suit conditions. Currently five operations are active in Tak, Nakhon Ratchasima, Sa Kaew, Prachuap Khiri Khan, and Khon Kaen provinces. Yesterday's operations brought rain to agricultural areas across 16 provinces and replenished seven major dams and 13 smaller reservoirs. The public can follow updates on the department's Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok pages, or request services at eight nationwide cloud-seeding centers.

Thailand's final BMX national championship will crown the 2025 champions in a fierce competition. General Decha Hemkrasaree, vice president of the Asian Cycling Confederation and president of the Thailand Cycling Association, announced that the fifth and final round of the BMX National Championship will be held July 3-4, with the children's balance bike championship on July 5 at Kamalasai Sports Park in Bangkok's Nong Chok district.

General Decha stated that the final round is expected to draw large numbers of competitors, as it will determine which athletes in each category will claim the national championship and royal trophy—a lifetime honor for both competitors and their families. The balance bike championship is also expected to attract many parents and children, as points accumulated across rounds will determine the national champions and help select representatives for Thailand's participation in the 2027 Asian Balance Bike Championship.

General Decha added that Thailand is well-positioned to host the Asian cycling championship again in 2027, pending approval from the ACC Congress 2027 in China. Thailand's accessibility, diverse accommodation options, and varied cuisine make it an ideal host.

BMX athletes can train on Thursday, July 2, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with a team managers' meeting at 3:30 PM. Balance bike competition details will be announced on Friday, July 3, at noon via the Thailand Cycling Association's Facebook page. Athletes can train Saturday, July 4, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with managers' meeting at 5:00 PM. Both competitions will be livestreamed on the association's Facebook and YouTube channels throughout the three-day event.

Athletes interested in competing in either championship can register at www.thaicycling.or.th from July 3-5.

On June 30, 2569, flight attendant Boom disclosed that she had been contacted by a suspicious TikTok profile called "Paeng" asking her to courier items to Australia—matching the account used to ensnare another flight attendant now under arrest.

Boom recounted that on June 10, an unfamiliar TikTok profile messaged asking if she would accept smuggling work to Australia. She noticed the profile had no face photo and vague biographical information, so she ignored the request.

After hearing news of the drug smuggling scheme involving a flight attendant, Boom posted on TikTok about her similar experience. Colleagues from her airline and others subsequently contacted her, reporting they had encountered the same profile with identical recruitment tactics. One colleague confirmed being contacted on June 22—the same day the suspect delivered items to the arrested flight attendant—all with the same courier inquiry approach.

After learning this, Boom blocked the account. When she checked again through a friend, the profile had changed its picture and username before eventually closing. Boom said she felt shocked by the discovery. She speculated that anyone who actually carried the luggage might not have known it contained drugs, seeing it merely as a bag. However, airline regulations strictly prohibit flight attendants from accepting items from others as a security measure, and this rule absolutely forbids allowing others to touch their luggage.

Boom noted that most flight attendants rarely accept courier work anymore because criminal schemes have become more sophisticated and frightening. Everyone is cautious, and Australia has particularly strict inspection protocols.

When asked if her airline had issued special warnings, Boom emphasized that airlines already prohibit accepting any items, yet some crew members still do for supplementary income—typically food, personal items, or clothing at 300 baht per kilogram, with individuals able to carry up to approximately 32 kilograms maximum.

On June 30, 2026, Environment Minister Suchart Chomklin tasked advisor Darika Srangethaeo with presenting Thailand's position on climate change at the ministerial-level segment of the 7th Global Conference on Strengthening Synergies between the Paris Agreement and the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The event brought together more than 300 international organization leaders, ministerial representatives, and government officials at the UN Conference Centre in Bangkok.

Darika outlined Thailand's commitment to addressing climate change through greenhouse gas reduction and adaptation to climate impacts, while building a stable and sustainable economy and society. She emphasized Thailand's approach of balancing economic, social, and environmental development through public participation and multilateral cooperation at the UN level to mitigate emerging global crises. She also highlighted the government's serious and continued focus on achieving Net Zero 2050 through economically supportive growth.

The conference represents an important opportunity for Thailand to demonstrate its international commitment to translating global climate and sustainable development pledges into concrete action. Thailand aims to advance sustainable development pathways beyond 2030 toward a future where society is resilient to environmental challenges, the economy grows robustly, and the nation is prepared to manage change effectively.

Australian Federal Police (AFP) and Australian Border Force (ABF) have announced the arrest of a 31-year-old French woman charged with attempting to smuggle drugs and banned controlled substances into the country. The woman traveled from Thailand and was stopped by officials at Perth International Airport on May 29 for a baggage inspection. Officers discovered bottles labeled as shower cream, but upon examination found they contained butanediol, a banned chemical that converts to GHB (gamma-hydroxybutyrate) when absorbed by the human body. GHB is classified at the same level as serious hard drugs. Authorities have initially charged her with importing drugs and controlled substances in commercial quantities, carrying a maximum sentence of 25 years imprisonment.

The Bank of Thailand is monitoring four key risk factors that could pressure the Thai economy in the second half of the year: high cost of living, geopolitical uncertainty and U.S. trade policy shifts, and potential impacts from El Niño conditions. Deputy Governor Chayavadee Chaianan revealed Thailand's May 2025 economic outlook, noting the economy remains stable overall despite slowing exports, supported by strong tourism, private consumption, and private investment. Inflation remains elevated but steady, and the labor market continues to show stability.

Tourism revenue and foreign visitor numbers increased, particularly from long-haul markets including Chinese and Malaysian tourists during their respective long holidays. However, tourists from some Southeast Asian countries declined due to weak travel demand and fewer flights caused by rising energy costs.

Exports excluding gold fell from the previous month, especially electronics, jewelry, and automobiles, after rapid growth earlier. This reflects weakening foreign demand, though chemical and some petrochemical exports expanded due to higher commodity prices.

Domestic demand improved slightly, with private consumption rising 0.6% from the previous month as spending on consumer goods and vehicles—particularly cars and electric vehicles—expanded despite high oil prices. Consumer confidence declined, however, due to concerns about living costs, income, and future employment trends.

Private investment increased 1.2% from the previous month, driven by transportation and vehicle investments and machinery imports, though commercial construction slowed. Government spending expanded year-on-year from increased central government current and capital expenditures, especially from ongoing stimulus program disbursements, while state enterprise investment declined due to slower infrastructure and utilities spending.

Manufacturing contracted slightly in line with export slowdown, particularly automotive and electronics production, while services remained stable with tourism supporting retail, hotel, and restaurant businesses. Agriculture saw farmer income rise 5% year-on-year from higher prices for palm oil, rubber, and rice.

General inflation stood at 2.79%, steady from the previous month, as energy prices began falling with global crude oil prices. Core inflation edged up slightly from production cost increases passed to some goods, but no broad-based price increases were detected. The current account deficit was $6.4 billion in May, an improvement from April due to reduced energy imports and lower trade deficits, while the labor market remained stable despite some impacts from Middle East tensions and higher costs affecting hotels and transport sectors.