Bangkok: Phumtham Vejjayachai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense, addressed the recent development concerning Cambodia’s decision to establish a committee to petition the International Court of Justice over four disputed areas along the Thai-Cambodian border. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Phumtham remarked that the initiative is Cambodia’s responsibility and that Thailand has its own measures in place to

Bangkok: Budget Committee 69 has begun its detailed examination of the country’s overall economic situation along with budget expenditures for four key agencies. The discussions are expected to be concluded by the evening, with the potential involvement of ministers for crucial policy explanations. The committee’s spokesperson emphasized that while there is no set target to reduce the budget, the focus

Bangkok: In a heated exchange at the 69th budget meeting, “Chadda” called for the distribution of “digital wallet” money to stimulate the economy. His frustration was evident as he questioned the “Bank of Thailand” about the high fees and interest rates imposed by banks, which he believes hinder the potential of the poor, regardless of their skills or job performance.

Bangkok: “Chusak” is confident that changing the 2015 budget to distribute 10,000 baht will not be considered a violation of Section 144. Chusak explains the change in the 2015 budget to distribute 10,000 baht to stimulate the economy, confident that it will not fall under Section 144 after the NACC accepted the petition for consideration. According to Thai News Agency,

Surin: The Prime Minister convened a strategic meeting to address the Thai-Cambodian border situation and called for synchronized opening and closing times of checkpoints to facilitate trade. Expressing gratitude to the 2nd Army’s commander and local personnel for managing pressures without resorting to violence, the Prime Minister emphasized the importance of safeguarding lives and correcting public misperceptions caused by misinformation.

Bangkok: Sirikanlaya has expressed confidence in Rakchanok’s qualifications for the role of Vice President of the Budget Committee, amidst concerns about Thailand’s economic outlook. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Sirikanya Tansakul, a member of the People’s Party and part of the committee reviewing the 2026 fiscal budget bill, highlighted issues discussed at the recent budget committee meeting. The meeting,

Bangkok: Sirikanya Tansakul, a party-list MP and deputy leader of the Prachachon Party, has expressed concerns regarding Thailand’s economic stability, particularly the rising public debt and potential deflationary pressures. During a meeting of the House of Representatives’ Special Committee on Budget Expenditure for Fiscal Year 2026, she questioned the Bank of Thailand (BOT) on whether Thailand is genuinely entering a

Bangkok: ‘Reserve Senator’ has urged the Election Commission (EC) to maintain its composure and resist external pressure amid ongoing investigations into alleged collusion in the selection of senators. Concerns have been raised about attempts to use financial incentives, referred to as “bananas,” to influence the outcome of this investigation. According to Thai News Agency, Pol. Lt. Gen. Khamrob Panyakaew, leading