Internal Affairs

Pheu Thai MPs Demand Explanation from Anutin on Secretive MOU with United States

Bangkok: Pheu Thai MPs have raised concerns regarding Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul’s lack of transparency over the recent signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the United States concerning rare earth minerals. According to Thai News Agency, Chanin Rungthanakiat, former secretary to the Minister of the Interior and deputy spokesperson for the Pheu Thai Party, has questioned the

Thailand’s Trade Deals with the US Under Scrutiny by Deputy Leader

Bangkok: “Weerayut” questions whether Thailand is giving too much to the US in exchange for tax deals. Wirayut compares Thailand’s recent negotiations with the US to those involving Vietnam and Malaysia, urging for ASEAN cooperation in future discussions. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Wirayut Kanchanachuchat, Deputy Leader of the People’s Party and economic team member, analyzed a Joint Statement

Pichai Chunhavajira Asserts No Discussion on Rare Earth Minerals in US-Thailand Negotiations

Bangkok: Former Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira has emphasized his stance that discussions concerning rare earth minerals were absent during his tenure as head of the Thai negotiating team. Pichai expressed support for the government’s ongoing cooperation with the United States on tax matters, underscoring the importance of geopolitical awareness for Thailand’s future economic potential. According to Thai News Agency, Pichai

Thailand Rises to 6th Place in Global Rare Earth Mineral Production

Bangkok: Thailand has ascended to the sixth position among the world’s top producers of rare earth minerals, with production projected to reach nearly 13,000 metric tons in 2024. This marks a significant 261% increase from the previous year, positioning Thailand as a key player in the global rare earth market. According to Thai News Agency, Thailand’s rare earth mineral industry

Ministry of Commerce to Propose Measures to Support Rice Farmers Amidst Market Challenges

Bangkok: The Ministry of Commerce is set to propose additional measures to the National Economic and Social Development Board (NESDB) to assist farmers facing challenges in the rice market. According to Thai News Agency, the Department of Internal Trade is advancing efforts to provide support through various initiatives, including expediting interest compensation for rice mills, and removing 4 million tons

Prime Minister Anutin to Attend ASEAN Summit and Sign Peace Accord in Malaysia

Kuala lumpur: Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Anutin Charnvirakul will fly to Malaysia this evening to participate in the opening ceremony of the 47th ASEAN Summit and Related Summits, marking his first multilateral meeting since assuming office. According to Thai News Agency, the Prime Minister will also be involved in the formal signing ceremony to admit Timor-Leste as the

Thailand to Adjust SEA Games Ceremonies Amid Mourning for Queen Mother

Bangkok: Thailand will proceed with the SEA Games as originally scheduled, but with adjustments to the opening and closing ceremonies. Minister Atthakorn confirmed that Thailand will proceed with the SEA Games as originally scheduled, but the opening and closing ceremonies will be adjusted to suit the mourning period for Her Majesty the Queen Mother. According to Thai News Agency, Mr.

Government House Flags Lowered to Half-Mast for Mourning Her Majesty the Queen Mother

Bangkok: Government House flags will be lowered to half-mast in mourning for Her Majesty the Queen Mother. Anutin has canceled his trip to Malaysia to attend the ASEAN summit and called a special cabinet meeting to lay out the framework for the royal ceremony. According to Thai News Agency, at Government House, at 8:00 a.m., the Thai national flag was