Internal Affairs

Pakornwut Prepares for Comprehensive 2026 Budget Bill Debate

Bangkok: “Pakornwut” is gearing up to participate in the discussion of the 2016 Budget Bill, expressing hope that the House will allocate ample time for a thorough debate. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Pakornwut Udompipatsakul, an MP for the Prachachon Party and Chief Opposition Whip, has emphasized the readiness of the People’s Party MPs to engage in the upcoming

Senate Committee Prepares Report on Alcoholic Beverage Control Act

Bangkok: The Senate’s Alcoholic Beverage Control Committee is gearing up to present a comprehensive report during the upcoming Senate meeting scheduled for August 4-5. The report will address key aspects of the Alcoholic Beverage Control Act, with a focus on necessary revisions and the inclusion of critical definitions. According to Thai News Agency, spokesperson Mr. Palawat Tansiri, representing the Senate’s

Wirote Challenges Winthai to Clarify Military Committee on Paul Chambers’ Case

Bangkok: Mr. Wiroj Lakkhanaadisorn, Chairman of the House of Representatives’ Military Affairs Committee, has called upon Major General Winthai Suvari to explain the Section 112 case concerning Mr. Paul Chambers to the Military Committee. The case has raised several questions regarding Major General Winthai’s role and responsibilities within the Internal Security Operations Command (ISOC) and the Army, as well as

Pipat Concedes Defeat in Nakhon Si Thammarat By-Election, Plans for General Election Regrouping

Nakhon Si Thammarat: “Pipat,” leader of the Bhumjaithai Party, admits defeat in the Nakhon Si Thammarat by-election, but the votes have increased, preparing to regroup for the general election, throwing the EC to investigate after rumors of 2 parties buying votes. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Pipat Ratchakitprakarn, Minister of Labor and leader of the Bhumjaithai Party responsible for

Royal Thai Army Mobilizes to Combat Flooding in Mae Sai

Mae Sai: The Royal Thai Army has swiftly responded to severe flooding in the Mae Sai District of Chiang Rai Province by deploying military engineers to strategically place Big Bags to prevent water from inundating residential areas. According to Thai News Agency, the flooding, caused by persistent heavy rain in upstream Myanmar, has rapidly impacted the Tham Pha Chom community,

Somsak Advocates for Herbal Medicine Use in Hospitals Amid Concerns

Bangkok: Somsak Thepsuthin, Minister of Public Health, has addressed concerns regarding the Ministry of Public Health’s recent guidelines urging hospitals to consider using herbal medicines as an alternative to modern medicine. The initiative, aimed at promoting Thai traditional wisdom, has sparked apprehension among many healthcare facilities. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Somsak clarified that the policy involves the use

Prime Minister Recovers and Unveils Major Project Approvals in Nakhon Phanom

Nakhon Phanom: The Prime Minister has announced his full recovery ahead of unveiling the outcomes of the mobile Cabinet meeting held in Nakhon Phanom. He approved nine projects from the Upper Northeastern Provinces Group 2 and the private sector, with a budget allocation of 400 million baht aimed at developing the area and enhancing the landscape along the Mekong River.

‘Maris’ Joins BRICS in Brazil, Highlights Thailand’s Role

Rio de Janeiro: ‘Maris’ joins BRICS in Brazil, confirms readiness to expand cooperation – shows Thailand’s role, ready to open Muay Thai activities, push Thai soft power abroad. Mr. Maris Sangiampong, Minister of Foreign Affairs, attended the BRICS and Partner Countries Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (BRICS Partnership Session) during the BRICS Foreign Ministers’ Meeting on 29 April 2025 in Rio de