Internal Affairs

Cabinet Approves Draft of Unemployment Benefits Due to Border Conflict

Bangkok: The Cabinet has given its approval in principle to a draft ministerial regulation concerning unemployment benefits due to force majeure resulting from conflicts along border areas. This announcement was made by Mr. Siripong Angkasakulkiat, spokesperson for the Prime Minister’s Office, who noted that the regulation aims to address the impact of border fighting, particularly on insured individuals unable to

Santi Urges Expedited Investigation into Abandoned Pilgrim Cases

Bangkok: Santi, Minister of the Prime Minister’s Office, has ordered the expedited investigation into the abandoned pilgrimage case, and has coordinated with the Police and Department of Special Investigation (DSI) to expand the investigation and assist the victims. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Santi Piyatat, Minister of the Prime Minister’s Office, has received a complaint from Mr. Kose Mamu,

Prime Minister Announces Second Phase of Half-Half Plus Scheme

Bangkok: The Prime Minister has announced that a second phase of the Half-Half Plus scheme will soon be launched. Speaking after a Cabinet meeting, Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior, Anutin Charnvirakul, revealed that the program, which opened for registration on October 20th, has already reached its full capacity, prompting the need for an additional phase. According to Thai

Thailand Proposes Condition for Cambodia on Sovereignty Issue at JBC Meeting

Chanthaburi: The first day of the Thai-Cambodian Joint Boundary Commission (JBC) meeting concluded successfully in Chanthaburi Province, with discussions set to continue into tomorrow. Thailand has proposed a condition requiring Cambodia’s collaboration in resolving the issue of encroachment on Thai sovereignty. Should this condition not be met, as stated by Big Lek, the meeting may not proceed further. According to

Monporn Expresses Gratitude to Senate for Passing Common Ticket Act After 15-Year Wait

Bangkok: Monporn Charoensri has expressed her gratitude towards the Senate for passing the Common Ticket Act, a development she described as a 15-year wait finally coming to fruition. According to Thai News Agency, Monporn thanked the Senate following its approval, emphasizing that the Common Ticket Act is one of three critical pieces of legislation that will support the implementation of

JBC Meeting to Accelerate Negotiations to Resolve Border Issues Peacefully

Chanthaburi: The extraordinary meeting of the Thai-Cambodian Joint Commission (JBC) in Chanthaburi focused on urgent matters regarding Cambodia’s encroachment on sovereignty in the Ban Nong Chan and Ban Nong Ya Kaeo areas, as well as the construction of a border fence. The committee aimed to address and resolve these issues through peaceful negotiations. According to Thai News Agency, the meeting

Anutin Acknowledges Positive Outlook for Thailand-Cambodia GBC Meeting

Bangkok: Anutin acknowledged progress at the Thailand-Cambodia GBC meeting, which is showing positive trends. Meanwhile, Thailand emphasized the need to reach a four-point agreement after Hun Manet prepares to sign a peace treaty in Malaysia. According to Thai News Agency, Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Anutin Charnvirakul addressed the General Border Committee (GBC) meeting between Thailand and Cambodia in

Soldiers Demolish House of Influential Cambodian Kamnan Lee

Ban nong chan: Soldiers are serious about demolishing the house of Cambodian influential Kamnan Lee. The First Army Region, led by the Burapha Task Force, brought armored vehicles and backhoes to clear the area of Ban Nong Chan, demolishing the house of “Kamnan Lee,” a prominent Cambodian, leaving only ruins. According to Thai News Agency, a Cambodian public address system