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Video of PM Anutin announcing 10,000 THB elderly allowance found to be AI-generated
Thai PBS Verify has debunked a viral video, claiming that 15 million seniors will automatically receive a 10,000 THB allowance in April 2026. The report confirms the video is fake, utilizing recycled footage and AI-generated voices to spread disinformation. In reality, the elderly allowance remains unchanged, with a maximum monthly payment of 1,000 THB.
May 3, 2026 | Politics
PM Anutin’s alleged request to Thais to respect Cambodia found to be distorted interview
Thai PBS Verify has detected a social media post, claiming PM Anutin Charnvirakul urged Thais to stop using harsh language against Cambodians. It is actually fake news. The post misleadingly combined a 2024 image with 2025 news. The Thai government also confirms that this is not true.
Apr 29, 2026 | Politics
Sihasak signals upcoming reopening of Thai-Myanmar border checkpoints
Thai PBS Verify has confirmed reports that Thai-Myanmar border checkpoints may soon reopen. This follows an interview with. Sihasak Phuangketkeow, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, regarding his discussions with Myanmar’s leadership.
Apr 24, 2026 | Politics
Image of People’s Party MP confronting coalition government representative found to be AI-generated
Thai PBS Verify confirms that the viral image of a People's Party MP confronting Chris Potranandana from the Economic Party, which joins the coalition government, is AI-generated.
Apr 20, 2026 | Politics
Cambodia’s request to Thailand to open checkpoint found to be baseless claim
Thai PBS Verify has examined a claim that Cambodia requested Thailand to open a border checkpoint to transport materials and equipment for a school under the royal patronage. The Royal Thai Navy and the PM Anutin clarify that no border checkpoint has been opened, while Cambodia’s Ministry of Defense confirms that the claim is fake news.
Apr 17, 2026 | Politics
Distorted claims on PM Anutin allowing oil exports to Laos while limiting domestic refueling
Thai PBS Verify has examined a post claiming that Anutin Charnvirakul, Thailand's prime minister, continues to export oil to Lao PDR and reassures sufficient supply while restricting purchases among Thais.
Mar 19, 2026 | Politics
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
