July 17, 2025

Ordination Ceremony Honors King’s Birthday with Monks and Nuns Project

Bangkok: The Permanent Secretary of the Prime Minister’s Office presided over the ordination of monks and nuns project to honor His Majesty the King on the auspicious occasion of His Majesty’s birthday on July 28, 2025. Mrs. Yupha Thaweewattanakitbaworn, Permanent Secretary to the Prime Minister, led the laity in the hair-cutting ceremony as part of the ordination project of the

Thai Military Dismisses Rumors of Cambodian Seizure of Phu Makhuea

Sisaket: Thai soldiers have confirmed that the ‘Phu Makhuea’ area in Sisaket Province remains under Thai control, dismissing rumors of a seizure by Cambodian forces. Task Force 1, Suranaree Force, assured the public that the situation is normal and that sovereignty is being maintained. They clarified ongoing concerns about Cambodia’s construction of a cable car, describing it as a minor

Phumtham Stresses Strict Drug Crackdown, Rejects Accusations of Harassment

Bangkok: “Phumtham” insists that he is not bullying anyone, after expecting to punish government officials who do not solve the drug problem, saying that it is a period of checking homework, emphasizing that being fierce and serious is the main problem, along with informal debt, pointing out that it comes from the same root cause, which is to deal with

“Suchart” Urges Immediate Enforcement of Law to Address Sangha Issues

Bangkok: Minister Suchart Tancharoen, attached to the Prime Minister’s Office, emphasized the importance of addressing the pressing issues within the Sangha, as highlighted by the Supreme Patriarch of Thailand. He revealed that discussions with all relevant agencies have been completed, and plans are underway to coordinate with the Ministry of Interior and the Royal Thai Police to expedite the law’s

Constitutional Court Mandates Submission of Witnesses in Senate Interference Case

Bangkok: The Constitutional Court has mandated the “Senate-Phumtham-Thawee” to present witnesses within 15 days regarding the alleged interference in the Senate’s investigation of collusion, marking it as a special case. The court’s directive is part of an ongoing examination into purported meddling involving high-ranking officials. According to Thai News Agency, the case stems from a petition forwarded by the President

Constitutional Court Orders Pichet to Clarify Budget Transfer by July 21

Bangkok: The Constitutional Court has issued an order for Mr. Pichet Chueamuangphan, the First Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, to provide clarification regarding a budget transfer by July 21. The court has denied any extension of time, dismissing the request related to the budget of three projects in the 2025 fiscal year, while accepting the decision concerning the

Gen. Nattapol Urgently Visits Injured Soldiers After Landmine Incident

Ubon ratchathani: Gen. Nattapol Nakphanit, the Deputy Minister of Defense, has made an urgent visit to soldiers injured in a landmine explosion. Three soldiers from the 6021st Company were injured while patrolling the Morakot base in the Chong Bok area of Ubon Ratchathani Province. According to Thai News Agency, the incident occurred as the soldiers were on duty, moving from

Phumtham Vejjayachai Launches National Crackdown on Drug Trafficking with Promise of Results in 3 Months

Bangkok: “Phumtham” announced the initiation of the “No Drugs No Dealers” operation, aiming to achieve significant results within three months. The operation promises strict consequences for governors and provincial commanders unable to address or involved in drug issues, offering a mix of rewards for positive contributions and penalties for failures. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Phumtham Vejjayachai, Deputy Prime