November 5, 2024

Phumtham Questions NACC and Police Over Thaksin’s Medical Records Request.

Bangkok: Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense, Mr. Phumtham Vejjayachai, has raised questions regarding the National Anti-Corruption Commission’s (NACC) request for medical records of Thaksin Shinawatra during his stay on the 14th floor of the Police General Hospital. Mr. Phumtham highlighted the issue of the NACC not yet receiving the requested documents and emphasized the need for clarity on

Varawut Stresses Urgency of Constitutional Amendment but Warns Against Skipping Steps.

Bangkok: Warawut Silpa-archa, Minister of Social Development and Human Security and leader of the Chartthaipattana Party, has emphasized the importance of amending the constitution as a pressing issue for the current government. He advocates for the establishment of a Constituent Assembly as a crucial step in the process, suggesting that a careful and methodical approach is necessary to ensure the

Burma Establishes Disaster Care Center for Vulnerable Groups.

Burma: The Ministry of Social Development and Human Security, led by Mr. Varawut Silpa-archa, has launched a dedicated center aimed at managing and supporting vulnerable groups affected by disasters. This initiative is part of the Ministry’s continued efforts under the 5×5 policy framework, which seeks to address challenges posed by population changes and climate-related disasters. According to Thai News Agency,

Anutin to Visit Koh Kood Next Week to Address Territorial Concerns.

Koh Kood: Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Anutin Charnvirakul has announced plans to visit Koh Kood in Trat Province next week, aiming to build confidence among the local population. The visit comes in light of recent developments following the signing of the Thailand-Cambodia Memorandum of Understanding (MOU 44), which outlines a framework for negotiations concerning overlapping maritime areas

Palang Pracharath Party Open to Constitutional Amendments but Sets Clear Boundaries.

Bangkok: The Palang Pracharath Party has expressed its willingness to consider constitutional amendments, despite not having explicit policies on the matter. However, the party draws a line at altering Chapters 1 and 2, which include anti-corruption measures. Mr. Ekkanat Promphan, Minister of Industry and Secretary-General of the Ruam Thai Sang Chart Party, stated that Pirapan Salirathavibhaga, Deputy Prime Minister and

Pichai Denies Knowledge of Kittirat’s Replacement with Phongphanu.

Bangkok: Pichai insists he is not aware of the replacement of “Kittirat”, throwing the question to the Ministry of Finance. Mr. Pichai Chunhavajira, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, addressed rumors regarding the potential appointment of Mr. Pongpanu Svetarundra, the former Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Tourism and Sports, as Chairman of the Board of the Bank of

Call for a Halt to the Reservoir Project Around the Khao Yai Forest Area.

Nakhon Nayok: Khao Yai Forest Conservation Network petitions the House Land Committee to halt the reservoir project around the Khao Yai forest area, fearing it will affect the World Heritage Site and wildlife habitats. Elephants have already invaded the city and trampled people to death. They pointed out that officials are rushing to conduct an SEA and that the public

Thai-Cambodian OCA Negotiations Spark Concerns Over Petroleum Concession Auctions.

Bangkok: People are questioning whether the petroleum concession auction will be opened if the Overlapping Continental Shelf Claims Area (OCA) talks between Thailand and Cambodia conclude successfully. “Teng Nattapong” has asserted that Koh Kood is unequivocally part of Thailand, but urges the public to consider the long-term implications and inquire whether the government plans to open bidding for petroleum concessions