Internal Affairs

Surawong Criticizes Senior Media for Cabinet Reshuffle Leak

Bangkok: Surawong Thienthong, Minister of Tourism and Sports and secretary-general of the Pheu Thai Party, has publicly criticized senior media figures for leaking a list related to a potential cabinet reshuffle. He expressed concerns that such leaks could negatively impact civil servants and urged the media to consider the national interest rather than seeking sensationalism. According to Thai News Agency,

Cabinet to Consider Draft Entertainment Complex Act Amid Constitutional Court Petition

Bangkok: Keep an eye on the Cabinet meeting today, preparing to consider the draft Entertainment Complex Act after the Ministry of Finance has circulated opinions from various agencies. According to Thai News Agency, the Cabinet meeting today is taking place after the no-confidence debate against Prime Minister Paethongtarn Shinawatra, which was postponed from Tuesday. Before the meeting, Mr. Phumtham Vejjayachai,

Cabinet Approves Emergency Decree to Enhance SEC’s Authority Against Stock Manipulation

Bangkok: Pichai, Minister of Finance, revealed that the Cabinet approved the principle of the Emergency Decree to increase the SEC’s power to prevent stock manipulation, prevent the sale of shares without actually holding them, and impose severe fines and criminal penalties. According to Thai News Agency, Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira announced that the Cabinet has endorsed

Prime Minister Urges Cabinet for Immediate Action on Economic and Livelihood Issues

Bangkok: The Prime Minister has instructed the Cabinet to address economic and livelihood issues urgently, aiming for swift resolutions to benefit the country and its citizens. The directive follows a cabinet meeting where the Prime Minister expressed gratitude to the Cabinet and government agencies for their participation in recent debates and for considering the opposition’s suggestions. According to Thai News

Prime Minister to Discuss Appointment of General Kaemling at National Police Commission Meeting

Bangkok: The Prime Minister will discuss with the National Police Commission on the appointment of General Kaemling this afternoon. The Prime Minister is preparing to sit at the head of the table for the 3/2025 National Police Commission meeting to consider several important issues, including the selection and appointment of General Kaemling. According to Thai News Agency, the meeting is

PM Confirms Casinos Will Not Exceed 10%, Aiming to Boost Tourism and Revenue

Bangkok: The Prime Minister has announced that the Cabinet has approved the draft of the Entertainment Complex Act, ensuring that casinos will constitute no more than 10% of the entertainment complexes. This initiative is expected to enhance tourism and increase national income. For Thai citizens wishing to gamble, a deposit of 50 million baht will be required, though this condition

Cyber Security Act to Enforce Responsibilities from April

Bangkok: “Prasert” reveals the Cyber Security Act will be effective this April, confirming that financial institutions, telecommunications companies, and various platforms must share responsibility if negligence causes problems. According to Thai News Agency, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Digital Economy and Society, Prasert Chantarawongthong, announced the progress of the Royal Decree on Cyber Crime Prevention and Suppression, stating that

Chulaphan Aims for Entertainment Complex Act to Reach Parliament Before Session Ends

Bangkok: “Chulaphan” is hopeful that the Entertainment Complex Act will be presented for its first reading in the parliament before the current session concludes. He acknowledges that the 50 million baht requirement for Thais to participate in casinos is excessively high and anticipates further discussion on the matter in the parliamentary setting. He emphasized that this is a strategy to