July 22, 2025

Government Urges Yellow Shirts for King’s Birthday Month, Enhances Social Media Communications

Bangkok: The government encourages people to wear yellow shirts during the auspicious month of His Majesty the King’s birthday, while Phumtham Vejjayachai, acting prime minister, has instructed improvements to government communications via social media. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Jirayu Huangtrakul, spokesman for the Prime Minister’s Office, stated that Mr. Phumtham Vejjayachai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior,

Senate Approves Sarawut Songsiwilai as Constitutional Court Judge, Rejects Sutham Chueaprakobkit

Bangkok: As anticipated, the Senate has approved the appointment of Sarawut Songsiwilai as a Constitutional Court judge, while rejecting the nomination of Sutham Chueaprakobkit. The decision was made during a Senate meeting chaired by Boonsong Noisophon, the Second Vice President of the Senate, which included the agenda of voting on two Constitutional Court judges and one Election Commissioner. According to

Narumon Pinyosinwat Deflects Responsibility for Deputy Speaker Quota to Coalition Parties

Bangkok: “Narumon” throws the blame to the coalition parties to clear the quota for the deputy speaker of the House of Representatives. Mrs. Narumon Pinyosinwat, the Minister of Education and leader of the Klatham Party, addressed the ongoing discussions regarding the quota for the second deputy speaker of the House of Representatives, revealing that these conversations are still underway among

Senate Confirms Narong Klanwarin as New Election Commissioner

Bangkok: The Senate has voted in favor of appointing Narong Klanwarin to the Election Commission, marking a significant decision in the country’s electoral oversight body. The approval came during a Senate meeting led by Mr. Boonsong Noisophon, the Second Vice President of the Senate. The meeting, held in secret, focused on reviewing the report from the Standing Committee responsible for

Draft of Financial Hub Act Meets Regulatory Standards, Confirms Phao Bhum

Bangkok: “Phao Bhum” has confirmed that the draft of the Financial Hub Act aligns with regulatory standards, effectively addressing concerns surrounding money laundering and the financing of terrorism. Plans are underway to present the draft to parliament by mid-August. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Paopum Rojanasakul, Deputy Minister of Finance, addressed concerns raised by the Bank of Thailand about

Constitutional Court to Rule on Referendum Requirement for Constitutional Amendments

Bangkok: The Constitutional Court is set to deliberate on September 10 regarding the number of referendums necessary for amending the constitution. According to Thai News Agency, the court received a petition from the President of the National Assembly requesting a ruling on the National Assembly’s duties and powers under Section 210, paragraph one (2) of the Constitution. This follows an

Constitutional Court Awaits Evidence from Five Organizations in ‘Sai Jinjiang’ Case

Bangkok: The Constitutional Court is currently awaiting evidence from five organizations before deciding on the case involving “Sai Jinjiang,” the owner of a gambling den, who claims that the extradition law violates the constitution. According to Thai News Agency, the Constitutional Court is reviewing an appeal filed by the Court of Appeals against Mr. Sae Jinjiang, also known as SHE

Cabinet Approves Six-Month Stay Extension for Cambodian Workers Amid Border Control Measures

Bangkok: The Cabinet has approved a relaxation for Cambodian workers working in border provinces in Thailand to stay for six months, starting from June 7, 2025, after measures were implemented to control travel times through checkpoints. Mr. Jirayu Huangtrakul, spokesman for the Prime Minister’s Office, revealed that due to the unrest on the Thai-Cambodian border and the measures to control