October 9, 2025

Region 1 Army Clarifies Mine Clearance Communication to Cambodia

Bangkok: The 1st Army Area Command has clarified its communication with Cambodia, following the dispatch of a letter by the Burapha Task Force to the 51st Infantry Regiment. The letter pertained to the clearing of mines in the Nong Chan-Nong Ya Kaeo areas, and the explanation emphasized that this action was intended to prepare the operational area on the Thai

View ‘Half-Half Plus’ as an Economic Tool That Benefits All Parties

Bangkok: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Olar points out that the “Half-Half Plus” scheme is an economic tool that benefits all parties, not a strategy-free cash handout. Assoc. Prof. Olarn Thinbangtiew, a lecturer at the Faculty of Political Science and Law at Burapha University, commented on the “Half-Half Plus” project, which the government under Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul will begin transferring funds

Wachara Petchthong Seeks Clarity from Energy Executives on Cambodian Investment Links

Bangkok: Wachara Petchthong, a former Democrat Party member of parliament, has taken a decisive step in addressing potential connections between energy business groups and Cambodian investment entities linked to call center operations. In an assertive move, he has submitted a formal request to Rangsiman Rome, a party-list MP from the Prachachon Party and Chairman of the House of Representatives’ Committee

Anutin Charnvirakul to Address Security Concerns in Southern Provinces

Bangkok: Anutin Charnvirakul, the Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior, is set to travel south this Saturday to address security concerns, urging citizens not to associate the recent bombings with the arrival of the new government. In preparation for his visit, Anutin has also announced plans to monitor flooding in the upper central region tomorrow. According to Thai News

ISOC Secretary-General Expresses Concern Over Yala Bombing, Issues Strict Security Policy

Yala: The Secretary-General of the Internal Security Operations Command (ISOC) expressed concern over the Yala bombing incident and issued a policy to tighten security measures. The Commander of Army Area 4 and the Director of ISOC Region 4 visited the area to closely monitor the situation. According to Thai News Agency, Major General Thammanoon Maisonthi, spokesman for the Internal Security

House Security Committee Delves into Ben Smith-Call Center Bribery Scandal

Bangkok: The House Committee on State Security commenced discussions on the “Ben Smith” and call center bribery scandal, focusing on the absence of three key ministers: Thammanat, Narumon, and Chaichanok. Rome emphasized the necessity of their personal attendance, arguing that officials from the Ministry of Agriculture would be unable to adequately address the questions. Meanwhile, several agencies, including the Royal

Chaichanok Fails to Explain to ICT Committee Regarding 40 Million Baht Bribe

Bangkok: Chaichanok Chidchob, Minister of Digital Economy and Society, refrained from giving a statement to the ICT Committee regarding the 40 million baht bribe. Siam Hatthasongkhro, a Pheu Thai Party MP for Nong Bua Lamphu and chairman of the House of Representatives’ Committee on Communications, Telecommunications, and Digital Economy and Society, has expressed confidence in the minister’s statement and urges

Natthaphong Questions Government Measures on MOU 43-44 Referendum

Bangkok: Natthaphong Ruangpanyawut, Leader of the Opposition, has raised concerns regarding the government’s approach towards the proposed referendum to revoke MOUs 43-44. During a session at the House of Representatives, chaired by Second Deputy Speaker Mr. Chalat Khamchuang, Natthaphong directed pointed questions towards Mr. Sihasak Phuangketkaew, the Minister of Foreign Affairs. He sought clarity on how the government plans to