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People’s Party Calls for Cancellation of Clean Energy Electricity Purchases Amid Allegations of Corruption

Bangkok: People are urging the Prime Minister to cancel the purchase of clean energy electricity. The People’s Party has made an appeal to the Prime Minister to cancel the purchase of clean energy electricity rounds amounting to 5,200 and 3,600 megawatts. They have highlighted concerns over corruption, monopoly capital, and high electricity prices, and are prepared to utilize all legal

Supanart Seeks Extension for Earthquake Compensation Requests Amid Concerns Over Inadequate Payouts

Bangkok: Supanart Meenchainan, a Member of Parliament for Bangkok from the Prachachon Party and Secretary of the House of Representatives’ Committee on Economic Development, has announced plans to request an additional one-month extension for submitting earthquake compensation requests. This move comes in response to public dissatisfaction over inadequate compensation payouts for earthquake damages. According to Thai News Agency, Supanart highlighted

Increase in Chinese-Funded Companies Raises Concerns Over Nominee Practices in Thailand

Bangkok: Chairman of the Economic Development Committee, Mr. Sitthipol Wibulthanakul, highlighted a significant rise in the establishment of Chinese-funded companies in Thailand, with more than 300 new companies founded in 2024 alone. These companies, involving a shareholding pattern where Thais hold 51% and Chinese hold 49%, have sparked concerns about the use of nominees to bypass legal restrictions. According to

Ombudsman Marks 25 Years with Focus on Proactive Work Efficiency and Public Service

Bangkok: The Ombudsman Office celebrated its 25th anniversary with an academic seminar aimed at enhancing proactive work efficiency and focusing on serving the public. Mr. Somsak Suwansujarit, President of the Ombudsman, together with Mr. Songsak Saicheua, Ombudsman, and Pol. Lt. Col. Keerap Kritthiranon, Secretary-General of the Ombudsman Office, led the event. The seminar featured special lectures, discussion forums, legal consultation

Phumtham Addresses Cabinet Reshuffle Speculations, Emphasizes Prime Minister’s Role

Bangkok: “Phumtham” insists that cabinet reshuffle must listen to the Prime Minister, counters news of returning to control “Phra Nakhon”. Mr. Phumtham Vejjayachai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense, addressed rumors regarding a potential cabinet reshuffle that might see him reassume control of the Ministry of Commerce. He clarified that there is no current indication of such changes, underscoring

Phumtham Acknowledges Complexity of Resolving Southern Conflict

Bangkok: “Phumtham” admits that solving the southern unrest is not easy, it has been a long-standing issue. Mr. Phumtham Vejjayachai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense, discussed the challenges associated with addressing the conflict in Thailand’s southern border provinces. The issue, which has persisted for many years, is a primary concern for both Thai and Malaysian leadership. According to

Thai Schools Ready to Accommodate 300,000 More Students Amid Enrollment Opportunities

Bangkok: The Office of the Basic Education Commission has confirmed that schools across Thailand can still accommodate 300,000 additional students from Mathayom 1 to Mathayom 4. The government is firm on ensuring that every child has a place to study. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Karom Polpornklang, Deputy Spokesperson of the Prime Minister’s Office, stated that the Basic Education

Security Committee Requests Industry Minister’s Insight on Zero-Dollar Business Issue

Bangkok: The Security Committee has called upon the Minister of Industry to shed light on the zero-dollar business issue, a matter that concerns both the opposition and the government as they unite to tackle the problem. Mr. Chutiphong Pipoppinyo, MP for the People’s Party list and secretary of the House Committee on State Security, Thai Border Affairs, National Strategy and