Internal Affairs

Prit Advocates for People’s Party Constitution Draft Amid Advisory Council Rejection

Bangkok: “Prit” has affirmed his commitment to voting in accordance with the People’s Party’s main constitution draft, while maintaining the existing Constitution Drafting Committee structure. Despite the Advisory Council’s rejection of a proposed 20-to-1 model, he aims to prevent any obstruction during the second reading. He noted the majority’s opposition to Pheu Thai’s proposal to increase the Constituent Assembly’s size,

Thai Citizenship Revoked for Cambodian Senator Kok An and His Children Over Fraudulent Claims

Bangkok: The Department of Provincial Administration has announced the revocation of Thai citizenship for Kok An, a Cambodian national and member of the Cambodian Senate, along with his three children. This decision comes after investigations linked them to activities involving scams, casinos, human trafficking, and money laundering. According to Thai News Agency, the Department of Provincial Administration conducted a thorough

Election Commission Issues Warning to Political Parties Over Election Preparations

Bangkok: The President of the Election Commission has sent a stern warning letter to political parties, stressing the importance of strict adherence to legal guidelines in preparation for the upcoming House of Representatives elections. The letter highlights five critical areas: member recruitment, branch establishment, provincial representation, primary voting processes, and campaign policies. The President warned that any negligence could lead

Constitutional Amendment Committee Approves 20-to-1 Formula for Drafting Committee Selection

Bangkok: A spokesperson for the Constitutional Amendment Committee has disclosed that the majority of the committee voted in favor of adopting a 20-to-1 formula for the selection of members to join the drafting committee. The decision involves selecting 20 members, with an overall selection of 35 members, and requires Parliament to finalize these selections within a 60-day timeframe to discuss

Koh Samui Declared Safe After Minor Earthquake

Koh samui: “Koh Samui is safe” from the 2.4 magnitude earthquake, confirmed the Koh Samui District Chief. Residents and tourists can continue to live and travel as usual. He also invited tourists to visit Koh Samui. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Arsit Sampantharat, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, received a report from Mr. Thirut Suphawibulphon, Governor of

Panthil Accuses Pheu Thai of Misrepresentation Regarding Constituent Assembly Rejection

Bangkok: Panthil Nuamchim, a prominent Bangkok MP from the Prachachon Party and member of the parliamentary committee scrutinizing the draft constitutional amendment, has strongly criticized the Pheu Thai Party for allegedly distorting the facts surrounding the rejection of the Constituent Assembly. He urged Pheu Thai members to cease their public commentary on the issue. Panthil described the meeting atmosphere as

Anutin Discusses Political Alliances Amidst Election Speculations

Bangkok: Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Anutin Charnvirakul, leader of the Bhumjaithai Party, recently addressed speculation regarding political alliances following the release of a photo featuring Siripong Angkasakulkiat, spokesman for the Prime Minister’s Office and deputy leader of the Bhumjaithai Party, alongside Varawut Silpa-archa and Nikorn Chamnong of the Chartthaipattana Party. According to Thai News Agency, Anutin commented on