April 8, 2025

Entertainment Complex Draft Sparks Debate Over Religious and Economic Implications

Bangkok: Pol. Col. Thawee Sodsong, the Minister of Justice and leader of the Prachachat Party, has clarified that the Entertainment Complex Business Act draft is a legal matter, not a religious one. He emphasized that it aims to boost tourism and the economy by creating entertainment venues and promoting activities to attract tourists, as part of the government’s policy announced

Chalermchai Dismisses Claims of Coercion Over Entertainment Complex Act

Bangkok: “Chalermchai” confirms that no one is threatening to vote to accept the Entertainment Complex Act draft, asserting that the news circulating is false and unrelated to cabinet seat adjustments. He urges waiting for the Democrat Party’s stance to be discussed tomorrow. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Chalermchai Sri-on, Minister of Natural Resources and Environment and leader of the

House Secretary Clarifies Postponement of Casino Law as Meeting Resolution

Bangkok: ‘Secretary of the House’ confirms that the postponement of the casino law is a resolution of the meeting. Secretary of the House defends ‘Wan Nor’, insisting that the postponement of the casino law is a resolution of the meeting, not the decision of the president. ‘Kamphar’ insists that the president of the House abstained from voting, which is equivalent

Senators Raise Concerns Over US Tariff Impact on Thai Economy

Bangkok: Senators expressed concerns about the government’s handling of the US tax hike problem during a Senate meeting chaired by Mr. Boonsong Noisophon, the Second Vice President of the Senate. The meeting focused on the challenges posed by the 36% tariff imposed by the United States on Thai products, which has significantly affected the domestic supply chain and competitiveness in

PM Vows Accountability in State Audit Office Building Collapse, Sets 90-Day Deadline for Investigation

Bangkok: Prime Minister Paethongtarn Shinawatra has committed to holding accountable those responsible for the collapse of the State Audit Office building. She has tasked four engineering institutes and the Department of Public Works and Town and Country Planning to develop a model to understand the cause of the collapse within a 90-day timeframe. The Prime Minister emphasized taking decisive action

Phumtham Vejjayachai Urges Strict Measures Against Abuse of Military Conscripts

Bangkok: Mr. Phumtham Vejjayachai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense, reiterated the prohibition of physical harm and improper use of conscripts, such as using them to wash underwear, during his recent visit to the Signal Regiment at the Royal Thai Army Headquarters. He emphasized that conscripts should be treated like the commanders’ own children, and any incidents of abuse

Opposition Urges Government to Rethink Rushed Entertainment Complex Legislation

Bangkok: The opposition has called on the government to reconsider its push for the swift passage of the draft bill on entertainment complexes. They have threatened to conduct a thorough study of the bill, warning that if it fails, the Prime Minister must take responsibility by either resigning or dissolving parliament due to an inability to control the government’s votes.

Prime Minister Promotes Thai Fabric and Songkran Festival at Exhibition

Bangkok: Prime Minister Paethongtarn Shinawatra visited the exhibition of the project “Thai Fabric, Wear It for Fun,” choosing to purchase Siriraj Phasatraporn pattern fabric and batik fabric. She also promoted the Songkran Festival by participating in traditional activities, including pouring water on Phra Buddha Chinnarat and sharing childhood memories of playing with banana stalk horses. The event, held in line