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Commerce Minister Suphajee’s policy does not urge farmers to grow less rice
Thai PBS Verify has found a social media post, claiming that Commerce Minister Suphajee Suthumpun’s incentive would give farmers 2,000 baht per rai if they cultivate less rice and more cash crops. In fact, the policy aims to create income diversification, not direct handouts.
Mar 19, 2026 | Politics
Thai Education Minister’s remarks on Cambodian students’ deportation distorted on social media
Social media posts claim the Minister of Education is deeply moved by Cambodian students being sent back and deprived of educational opportunities. In fact, these claims actually distort the Minister’s original remarks by omitting critical portions of her statement. Commitment to humanitarian principles remains, while prioritizing national security laws.
Mar 6, 2026 | Politics
Post claiming to show Senator Angkhana urging Thailand to help Cambodia combat wildfires found to be false
A post on Threads, claiming that Senator Angkhana Neelapaijit urged Thailand to undertake cloud-seeding operations to help extinguish wildfires in Cambodia, and that Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow responded by telling Cambodia to put out the fires themselves, is found to be false.
Mar 2, 2026 | Politics
Video claims “Anutin” plans to build border fences along Cambodia and Malaysia
It is true that Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul is prepared to construct border fences along both the Northeastern and Southern frontiers to enhance the safety of Thai citizens.
Mar 1, 2026 | Politics
Senator proposes 10% VAT within 3 years, Bhumjaithai wants economic growth first
A social media post has claimed that the Senate will propose that the new government increases Value-Added Tax (VAT) to 10% within three years, but the deputy Bhumjaithai party leader says that they have no plans to do so yet, as their initial focus must be on jump-starting the economy.
Feb 26, 2026 | Politics
Distorted information on “Cambodia’s demands” from seven MOUs, including healthcare and education budget
A social media video claims that Cambodia is demanding the fulfillment of seven MOUs, allegedly putting Thailand at a disadvantage." The demand specifically focuses on free healthcare for Cambodian military personnel and 800-million-baht scholarship funding.
Feb 24, 2026 | Politics
False claim: Phumtham “will take drastic action against Cambodia if appointed Minister of Defense”
Thai PBS Verify has identified a viral post on Phumtham Wechayachai to "take drastic action against Cambodia" if appointed Minister of Defense. Phumtham has confirmed the report is fake news.
Feb 23, 2026 | Politics
Photo of North Koreans’ welcome parade for Kim Jong-un distorted to be Anutin’s election win celebration
Thai PBS Verify found a post claiming that North Koreans were celebrating Anutin Charnvirakul’s 2026 election victory. In fact, the images depicted the atmosphere of people welcoming Kim Jong‑un with joy and enthusiasm.
Feb 20, 2026 | Politics
Breakdown of ballot sheet controversy after 2026 Thai election
A social media post claimed that there were barcodes on ballot papers in the 2023 election, instead of just QR codes that could not identify and be traced back to the voters.
Feb 20, 2026 | Politics
