July 16, 2025

Phumtham Vows to Uphold Constitutional Amendment Timeline

Bangkok: “Phumtham” insists on following the timeline for amending the constitution after the House of Representatives upheld the original draft using a single-level majority vote. Mr. Phumtham Vejjayachai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, acting as Prime Minister, reaffirmed the commitment to proceed according to the law, emphasizing that necessary actions will be taken. According to Thai News Agency,

Gen. Nattapol Engages Pattani Leaders to Address Southern Border Issues

Pattani: Gen. Nattapol Nakphanit, Deputy Minister of Defense and Acting Minister of Defense, recently engaged with Islamic religious leaders and the Thai Buddhist community in Pattani Province. During his visit, he reiterated the government’s commitment to resolving the southern border issues and emphasized the importance of avoiding violence, with a strategic plan to hand over the area by 2027, aiming

Phumtham Calls for Increased Diligence at Prasat Ta Muen Thom Temple

Bangkok: “Phumtham” confirms that there are already administrative officials working with the military in the area of Prasat Ta Muen Thom, urging them to work more carefully and intensely. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Phumtham Vejjayachai, who serves as the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, as well as the Acting Prime Minister, addressed concerns regarding the situation

Suriya Admits Economic Stimulus Budget Focuses on Bhumjaithai Party Areas

Bangkok: Deputy Prime Minister and Transport Minister Suriya Juangroongruangkit has acknowledged that the proposed economic stimulus budget is heavily focused on regions associated with the Bhumjaithai Party. However, the Cabinet has not yet approved this budget due to inconsistencies in the information provided. According to Thai News Agency, Suriya addressed concerns during a Cabinet meeting regarding the allocation of the

Weeraphat Resigns from Religion, Arts and Culture Committee Over Lack of Action

Bangkok: “Weeraphat” has announced his resignation from the Religion, Arts and Culture Committee, citing discomfort and challenges in fulfilling his duties due to a lack of meetings and unwillingness to address pressing issues, such as those involving monks and the female golfer case. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Veeraphat Khantha, who served as the spokesman for the Religious Affairs,

Suriya Confident in Pheu Thai’s Victory in Sisaket By-Election

Bangkok: “Suriya” is confident that Pheu Thai will be able to retain its original MP seat in Sisaket. Mr. Suriya Juangroongruangkit, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Transport, expressed confidence in the Pheu Thai Party’s ability to maintain its MP seat in Sisaket, emphasizing policies that benefit the area. He also mentioned that their legal team is reviewing campaign speeches

Phumtham Convenes Nationwide Meeting to Tackle Drug Crisis

Bangkok: “Phumtham” has called for a nationwide meeting of governors and police chiefs, emphasizing the urgency of attendance by warning that non-attendees will be immediately transferred. The meeting aims to develop a network of village defense volunteers to address the growing drug problem, while also targeting corrupt politicians and businessmen implicated in the issue. Additionally, the police are preparing arrest

Royal Thai Army Leads Nationwide Volunteer Activities in Honor of King’s Birthday

Bangkok: The Royal Thai Army has taken the initiative to lead Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) students in a nationwide volunteer activity titled “We do good deeds with our hearts” to commemorate the birthday of His Majesty the King on July 28, 2025. According to Thai News Agency, the event was held at the Wannasmit Dome, located at the Military