Internal Affairs

General Prawit Challenges Prime Minister in Fiery No-Confidence Debate

Bangkok: “Big Pom” questioned for 10 minutes, the Prime Minister explained that what he said was not true. According to Thai News Agency, General Prawit Wongsuwan, leader of the Palang Pracharath Party, took the parliamentary floor to debate a no-confidence motion against Prime Minister Paethongtarn Shinawatra. The session began with Mr. Ko Kaew Pikulthong of the Pheu Thai Party questioning

Anutin Commends PM Yingluck’s Performance in Censure Debate, Confident in Government’s Preparedness

Bangkok: Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Anutin Charnvirakul praised Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra’s performance during the no-confidence debate, expressing confidence in the government’s preparedness despite the brevity of her explanation. According to Thai News Agency, Anutin, who also leads the Bhumjaithai Party, commented on the first day of the no-confidence debate, stating that the objective was to clarify

Prime Minister Not Involved in Temple Land Revocation, Clarifies Land Department

Bangkok: The Land Department clarified that the Prime Minister did not intervene in the revocation of temple land. The clarification came amid a heated no-confidence debate where opposition parties scrutinized Ms. Paethongtarn Shinawatra, the Prime Minister, for allegedly holding shares in Alpine Co., Ltd., which was accused of dealing with temple land. According to Thai News Agency, the Land Department

Prime Minister Denies Tax Evasion Allegations, Asserts Transparency in Financial Affairs

Bangkok: The Prime Minister has dismissed allegations of tax evasion, asserting confidence in paying more taxes than her critics. She emphasized that her and her family’s assets have been under strict scrutiny since the 2006 revolution, with Alpine land transactions being legally conducted since she was 11. She pledged non-interference in the Khao Kradong issue and committed to ensuring fairness.

Thai Massage College Launches to Elevate Industry and Boost Economy

Bangkok: The government is advancing plans to open the Thai Massage College, aiming to enhance the skills of Thai massage therapists and improve the industry’s quality. This initiative is expected to stimulate the economy by over 144 billion baht. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Anukul Prueksanusak, deputy government spokesman, announced that the Ministry of Public Health has launched the

Land Department Intensifies Scrutiny on Foreign Ownership Through Nominees

Bangkok: The Land Department has intensified its efforts to address the issue of legal entities in which foreigners hold shares through nominees. The department has requested cooperation from the Department of Business Development to inspect these entities and enforce strict legal measures if any are found to be nominees. This includes forcing the sale of land and taking legal action.

Jirayu Confident in Prime Minister’s Capability Amid Upcoming Censure Debate

Bangkok: “Jirayu” has expressed confidence in Prime Minister Paethongtarn’s ability to address the upcoming censure debate, urging the opposition to engage in a respectful manner. Mr. Jirayu Huangtrakul, an advisor to the Prime Minister, commented on the no-confidence debate scheduled for Monday, emphasizing the importance of constructive discourse. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Jirayu, who has participated in over

Rome’s Uncertainty Over Big Pom’s Debate Participation Amidst No-Confidence Preparations

Bangkok: Mr. Rangsiman Rome, a prominent MP and deputy leader of the Prachachon Party, has indicated that it remains unclear whether Gen Prawit Wongsuwan, known as ‘Big Pom’, will participate in the upcoming no-confidence debate against Ms. Paethongtarn Shinawatra, the Prime Minister. He urged patience as preparations are underway, emphasizing the need to wait for a final order regarding the