July 23, 2025

Sirikanya Praises New BOT Governor Vitai Ratanakorn for Knowledge and Capability

Bangkok: Ms. Sirikanya Tansakul, MP and deputy leader of the Prachachon Party, shared her views on Mr. Vitai Ratanakorn, the newly appointed governor of the Bank of Thailand (BOT), highlighting his competence and expertise. She expressed admiration for his successful initiative to introduce a Government Savings Bank subsidiary into the car registration loan market, which has fostered competition and led

Paethongtarn Shinawatra Enters Parliament Amid Concerns of Political Backstabbing

Bangkok: Paethongtarn Shinawatra, the Prime Minister and Minister of Culture, made her way to the parliament at 9:51 a.m. for the House of Representatives meeting, where the draft law was under consideration. As she arrived, questions from the press regarding her visit and concerns about MP loyalty were met with a smile and a simple “What?” before she proceeded to

Suriya Clarifies Thaksin’s Role in Coalition: Experience Sharing, Not Control

Bangkok: Suriya Juangroongruangkit, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Transport from the Pheu Thai Party, addressed recent discussions surrounding former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra’s involvement with the coalition parties. During a recent coalition dinner, Thaksin expressed his intent to collaborate with current coalition parties beyond the next election. Suriya emphasized that Thaksin’s comments were aligned with existing coalition desires and

Suriya Confirms Integrity of Economic Stimulus Projects Amidst Concerns

Bangkok: Suriya Juangroongruangkit, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Transport, has affirmed the absence of corruption in the Ministry of Transport’s economic stimulus projects. He assured that the bidding process is competitive and not dominated by a single private entity. The criteria set by the Comptroller General’s Department aim to inject funds into the economic system swiftly, thereby bolstering employment

Ramkhamhaeng Students Demand Action from Defense Ministry on Thai-Cambodian Border Tensions

Bangkok: Ramkhamhaeng University students descended upon the Ministry of Defense, seeking clarity and action regarding the ongoing Thai-Cambodian border tensions. They engaged directly with Deputy Minister of Defense, General Nattapol Nakphanit, who reassured them that the situation, while not immediately resolvable, was under careful consideration with a focus on balance and sovereignty. According to Thai News Agency, the students delivered

Chusak Hopes for Constitutional Court’s Decision on Double Referendum

Bangkok: “Chusak” hopes the Constitutional Court will rule on holding a referendum twice to proceed with the amendment of the constitution. It is expected that the Constituent Assembly will be formed within this government. However, if a referendum is held three times, it will have to start over. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Chusak Sirinil, Minister Attached to the

Bhumjaithai Party’s Right to Debate Trump’s Tax Under Section 152 Affirmed by Chusak

Bangkok: “Chusak” points out that it is the right of Bhumjaithai Party to submit a general debate on Section 152 of Trump’s tax. Chusak Sirinil, Minister attached to the Prime Minister’s Office, addressed the Bhumjaithai Party’s preparation to request a general debate without a vote under Article 152 of the Constitution concerning Trump’s taxes. He emphasized that if the party

Senate Committee Invites Amnesty Bill Owner for Clarification

Bangkok: The Senate’s Political Development Committee has extended an invitation to the owner of the draft “Amnesty Act” to present detailed information regarding the bill. The committee emphasized that Section 112 should be assessed based on the intent behind offenses, while representatives clarified that amnesty should not apply to cases of intentional disruption. The committee expressed support for granting amnesty