May 11, 2025

Government Reaffirms Control Over COVID-19 Amid Declining Cases in Thailand

Bangkok: The government insists that COVID-19 can still be controlled, urging the public for strict cooperation to prevent the disease’s spread. The confirmation comes as the number of cases continues to decrease across the country. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Sasikarn Wattanachan, deputy government spokeswoman, shared insights from the Ministry of Public Health, revealing a consistent decline in COVID-19

Election Commission Chief Urges Compliance Amid Municipal Elections

Prachuap Khiri Khan: Ittiporn Boonprakong, the chairman of the Election Commission, has issued a stern warning to candidates and voters urging adherence to legal norms during the ongoing municipal elections. He emphasized the ramifications of both criminal and political penalties for violations. In a bid to ensure smooth electoral processes, he directed election officials nationwide to monitor weather conditions and

Election Commission Chairman Denies Overreaction in Issuing Summons to Senators

Bangkok: The Election Commission Chairman, Mr. Ittiporn Boonprakong, has defended his decision to issue summonses to senators, insisting it was not an overreaction but a necessary procedural step in acknowledging charges. Mr. Ittiporn clarified that the summons process was conducted in accordance with established procedures and timeframes, emphasizing collaboration between the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) and the Election Commission

Half-Half Travel Program Set to Launch in July with Revised Conditions

Bangkok: The Half-Half Travel program is scheduled to launch in July, with registration expected to open by mid-May. The program aims to boost domestic tourism by offering citizens subsidized travel opportunities. According to Thai News Agency, the Minister of Tourism and Sports, Mr. Surawong Thienthong, has disclosed updates on the Thai Half-Half project. The project is operating under an initial

Election Commission Reports 352 Complaints in Municipal Elections, Urges Law Compliance

Hua Hin: The EC chairman revealed that the number of petitions for “municipal elections” has increased to 352, warning against breaking the law and inviting people to come out and exercise their rights. It is expected that the unofficial results will be known no later than 10 p.m. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Ittiporn Boonprakong, Chairman of the Election

Thanyaburi Municipal Elections Witness Voter Turnout Amid Cloudy Weather

Thanyaburi: People are gradually exercising their rights in the Thanyaburi Municipality Election, Pathum Thani Province. This year, everyone is watching to see how much the candidates for the municipal council that have been in the news will affect the election results. According to Thai News Agency, the atmosphere since morning at various polling stations has seen a continuous turnout of

Election Commission Orders Investigation into Alleged Vote-Buying in Kalasin

Kalasin: The Deputy Secretary-General of the Election Commission announced that the opening of municipal ballot boxes nationwide went smoothly, and stressed the importance of adhering to election laws while urgently investigating a reported vote-buying incident in Kalasin. According to Thai News Agency, Pol. Lt. Col. Rapipong Chirapattanaluck, the deputy secretary-general of the Election Commission, held a press conference regarding the

Noppadol Urges Objective Evaluation in 14th Floor Case

Bangkok: “Noppadol” has called for all parties involved in the 14th floor case to evaluate the situation based on facts and legal principles, urging against decisions driven by emotions and discouraging undue pressure on the justice process. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Noppadol Pattama, a Member of Parliament for the Pheu Thai Party and former Minister of Foreign Affairs,