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Thai authorities have apprehended three Malaysian nationals in Hat Yai following the discovery of 87 kilograms of methamphetamine worth RM4.3 million in their possession, with police believing they were operating as drug couriers.
Thailand halted Malaysia's unbeaten streak with a 2-0 victory at the Rajamangala Stadium, moving to the top of Group B on goal difference with six points, level with Malaysia but having played one fewer match.
Thailand's Defence Minister Lt Gen Adul Boonthamcharoen held urgent talks with Malaysian Defence Minister Datuk Seri Mohamed Khaled Nordin in Kuala Lumpur to discuss escalating security challenges in Thailand's southern provinces, one day after Bangkok suspended peace negotiations.
Border authorities in Kelantan arrested two siblings—a 19-year-old Thai national and his 14-year-old Malaysian sister—following an unsuccessful attempt to cross illegally between Malaysia and Thailand at Rantau Panjang.
The wife of Thailand's Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul toured Putrajaya's landmarks by boat, hosted by PM Anwar Ibrahim's wife, during a two-day official visit aimed at deepening Malaysia-Thailand cooperation.
Thailand's Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul expressed confidence that the two nations will surpass their US$30 billion bilateral trade target by 2027, with current trade already standing near US$28 billion.
Malaysia continues advocating for dialogue-based solutions to the Myanmar crisis, with PM Anwar Ibrahim emphasizing Thailand's potential role as a regional mediator during talks with visiting Thai Premier Anutin Charnvirakul.
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Thailand's Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has arrived in Malaysia for a two-day official visit, his first since being reappointed in March 2026. The visit seeks to strengthen bilateral ties and expand cooperation in agriculture and border infrastructure.
Thailand's cabinet has approved a new permanent border crossing at Sadao, effective July 11, designed to enhance trade flows, logistics efficiency, and tourism between the two nations. The development reflects deepening bilateral cooperation.
Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul will visit Malaysia on July 9-10 to meet PM Anwar Ibrahim. The bilateral talks are expected to focus on cross-border security challenges and strengthening economic ties between the neighbouring nations.