May 29, 2025

Yingluck’s Lawyer Prepares to Submit New Case Amid Asset Seizure Concerns

Bangkok: Yingluck Shinawatra’s personal lawyer, Narawit Lahlaeng, has revealed that he is currently in the process of collecting necessary documents and figures to submit a new case. Alongside this, he plans to attach a request to the Ministry of Finance to delay the asset seizure process related to the rice pledging scheme. The final decision, he noted, rests with the

Thailand’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs Allocates Budget to Address Arsenic Pollution and Regional Stability

Bangkok: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced a strategic budget allocation aimed at addressing both international challenges and pressing regional issues, such as arsenic pollution in the Kok River. Assistant to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Rasme Chaleechan, confirmed the ministry’s commitment to protecting national interests while emphasizing the need for prompt coordination with Myanmar to resolve environmental

Mayoral Candidate Challenges Damnoen Saduak Election Results Citing Voting Irregularities

Bangkok: A mayoral candidate for Damnoen Saduak Subdistrict in Ratchaburi Province has taken a formal step to contest the recent mayoral election results, citing irregularities that suggest the election process was compromised. According to Thai News Agency, Pol. Lt. Somphot Nokthong-Uthai, the candidate for mayor of Damnoen Saduak Subdistrict Municipality, has lodged a complaint with the Election Commission (EC). He

Thailand to Continue US Negotiations Despite Court’s Order on Tariffs

Bangkok: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs insists that Thailand will continue negotiations with the United States despite the court’s order to halt the “Trump tariffs”. The Ministry confirms that these discussions are pivotal for the mutual benefit of both nations. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Rasme Chaleechan, Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs, addressed the recent US Trade Court ruling

Chulaphan Dismisses Claims of Thailand as a “Failed State” Amid Budget Concerns

Bangkok: “Chulaphan” insists that Thailand is not close to being a “failed state” following recent political debates. Mr. Chulaphan Amornvivat, Deputy Minister of Finance, addressed concerns about the nation’s economic stability and the preparation of the 2016 budget in response to the US court’s decision to halt President Donald Trump’s tax measures. According to Thai News Agency, the Prime Minister

Kanchana Advocates for 2026 Agriculture Budget to Empower Farmers

Bangkok: Ms. Kanchana Changwat, Chaiyaphum MP of the Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP), delivered a speech in support of the draft of the 2026 Budget Act, emphasizing the vital role of the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives in empowering farmers through improved access to land and credit. According to Thai News Agency, the Ministry has been allocated a budget of 133,177

Somsak Plans to Clarify Decision to Veto Medical Council Resolution

Samut Prakan: Somsak Thepsuthin, the Minister of Public Health and Special President of the Medical Council, has declined to comment on his recent decision to veto a Medical Council resolution, stating that he will provide a detailed explanation tomorrow (May 30). According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Somsak was approached by the media during his mission in Samut Prakan Province

Anutin Clarifies Stance on Prime Ministerial Aspirations Amid Political Speculations

Bangkok: Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Anutin Charnvirakul, leader of the Bhumjaithai Party, has addressed questions regarding his potential candidacy for prime minister, emphasizing that as the leader of the second-largest coalition party, he does not aspire to the position at this time. According to Thai News Agency, Anutin responded to inquiries about his prospects of becoming prime