Bangkok: Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior, Phumtham Wechayachai, addressed concerns over the citizenship application of South African businessman Benjamin Mauer Berger, emphasizing adherence to legal protocols. The issue arose amidst reports linking Berger to former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra. Phumtham, acting as Prime Minister, confirmed his lack of awareness about the application while asserting that any

Bangkok: Pheu Thai MP Worasit Kalptinan extended his well-wishes to Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra, hoping for her safety and a positive outcome in her legal case on August 29th. He emphasized the importance of leadership in addressing the country’s challenges. According to Thai News Agency, during a House of Representatives meeting chaired by House Speaker Wan Muhammad Noor Matha, Mr.

Bangkok: “Bhumtham” reiterated that he will not interfere with Khao Kradong in the matter of revoking the Land Department’s work. Bhumtham explained that he summoned Yuthana Praedam only to learn about the progress of the Khao Kradong case. He pointed out that the DSI had the authority to decide whether the case was a special case, but he had already

Bangkok: Paethongtarn makes her first public appearance after staying in custody to fight the audio clip case. Paethongtarn made her first official appearance, chairing a meeting of the Culture Committee and announcing the results of the 67th National Artist selection. She said she hadn’t seen the media in a while after staying in isolation to fight the audio clip case.

Bangkok: Interior Ministry spokesman Bhumtham revealed that “Big Tao” has reported progress on the Wat Phra Bat Nam Phu case to the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) and the Anti-Money Laundering Office (AMLO). He stated that he cannot yet say whether money laundering has occurred, pending a clear statement from the police. Regarding requests for fairness regarding promotions, appointments, and transfers

Bangkok: The Senate is gearing up for a significant discussion on the 2016 budget draft scheduled for September 1-2. Each senator will have 10 minutes to participate in the debate, which will cover the overall picture and focus on four key areas. Senator Pisit has highlighted the importance of careful consideration regarding the establishment of a committee to cancel MOUs

Bangkok: The House of Representatives experienced significant turmoil as government and opposition members clashed over issues related to meeting quorum. The government faced criticism from opposition members for accusing Bangkok MPs of negligence. In response, members of the People’s Party countered that if the government had been truly responsible, the legislative process would have been smoother. According to Thai News