Internal Affairs

Bhumjaithai Party Hosts Extraordinary Meeting Amid Political Shifts

Bangkok: The Bhumjaithai Party convened a special general meeting to establish various committees in preparation for the upcoming election. This significant gathering was attended by prominent members, including Varawut Silpa-archa of the Chartthaipattana Party. According to Thai News Agency, Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, Anutin Charnvirakul, provided insights before the 1/2025 Extraordinary General Meeting. He discussed the ongoing flooding

Prime Minister Inspects Chiang Mai to Address Flooding and Illegal Activities

Chiang mai: The Prime Minister, leading a high-profile delegation, visited Chiang Mai to evaluate the Ping River’s potential and release 100,000 freshwater fish, while emphasizing the importance of government work over politics. According to Thai News Agency, the Prime Minister, accompanied by Minister of Interior Anutin Charnvirakul and other officials, embarked on a flight from Bangkok to Chiang Mai. The

South Korea Arrests Crew for Negligence After Ferry Runs Aground

Mokpo: South Korean coast guard officials launched an investigation Thursday into the late-night stranding of a ferry, arresting its first mate and an Indonesian crew member on suspicion of gross negligence. Coast guard officials said the two suspects were at the helm and suspected of waiting too long to cancel the autopilot system, causing the vessel to crash into a

Proposing Educational Reform to Support “Good Governance Model Universities”

Bangkok: Assoc. Prof. Pol. Lt. Col. Dr. Kritsanapong submitted a letter to the Senate Legal Committee proposing an education reform model, emphasizing that universities must be models of good governance. According to Thai News Agency, Associate Professor Pol. Lt. Col. Dr. Kritsanaphong Pootrakool, Vice President for Security and Chairman of the Faculty of Criminology and Justice Administration at Rangsit University,

Abhisit Files Investigation into Ex-Ministers and Politicians Over Scam Involvement

Bangkok: Abhisit Vejjajiva has submitted documentation to the Anti-Money Laundering Office (AMLO) seeking an investigation into former ministers and politicians linked to scams. He identified irregularities in transactions involving companies with initial registered capital as low as US$10, which were used to acquire businesses valued at millions of times more. These documents are connected to Thai energy companies, potentially contributing

Central Region Water Situation Improves as Government Boosts Compensation Funds

Bangkok: The Royal Irrigation Department (RID) has reported an improvement in the water situation within the Chao Phraya Basin, attributing it to the reduced water discharges from major dams upstream. In an effort to alleviate the impact of recent flooding, the Cabinet has sanctioned an increase in compensation for affected areas, raising the original 9,000 baht support to up to

Ekanit Unveils Fast Pass Program to Boost Investment Projects

Bangkok: Ekanit has launched the “Fast Pass” program, which immediately unlocks 70 investment projects and is projected to attract 300 billion baht in cash flow by early 2026. Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithanpraphas announced that the measure will be presented to the Economic Cabinet for consideration on November 24th. The initiative aims to remove key obstacles hindering

Ministry of Finance Awaits Approval of “6+1” Real Estate Stimulus Package

Bangkok: The Ministry of Finance is currently awaiting approval for the “6+1” measures aimed at revitalizing the real estate market. Three real estate associations are scheduled to meet on November 21st to deliberate on transfer reductions, tax reductions, and strategies for reducing household debt. According to Thai News Agency, the Thai Condominium Association, the Housing Business Association, and the Thai