Internal Affairs

Human Rights Commission Welcomes Ceasefire in Gaza Strip

Bangkok: The Human Rights Commission welcomed the end of the war in the Gaza Strip and hoped a ceasefire agreement would lead to a sustainable peace process based on human rights principles. They hoped for a peaceful atmosphere and expanded negotiations to the conflict zone between Thailand and Cambodia. According to Thai News Agency, the National Human Rights Commission of

Tourism Stimulus Measures to Be Proposed by Ministry of Finance

Bangkok: The Ministry of Finance is set to propose tourism stimulus measures to the Cabinet next week as part of efforts to boost the economy in the final four months of 2025. The initiative includes a major tourism package, featuring a tourism tax break and accelerated budget disbursement for seminars, along with the disbursement of the 2026 budget amounting to

Government to Dissolve Parliament on January 31, 2026, with Elections and Referendum Set for March 29, 2026

Bangkok: Deputy Prime Minister Bowornsak Uwanno has revealed the government’s detailed four-month timeline, which includes dissolving parliament on January 31, 2026, and holding elections along with a referendum on March 29, 2026. The timeline aims to expedite the process, with Pheu Thai Party advocating for a faster progression. According to Thai News Agency, Bowornsak clarified that the constitution’s amendment process

Songsak Welcomes MP Candidates to Bhumjaithai Party in Udon Thani

Udon thani: “Songsak” has extended an invitation to potential candidates wishing to run for Member of Parliament (MP) in Udon Thani to join the Bhumjaithai Party as they gear up for the upcoming election. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Songsak Thongsri, a prominent leader in the Bhumjaithai Party and the Deputy Minister of the Interior, alongside Mr. Sirapop Duangsodsri,

Constitutional Debate Sparks Call for Reform in Thailand

Bangkok: Lisa has identified the constitution as the root cause of Thailand’s economic issues, arguing that it renders the people’s voices meaningless. According to Thai News Agency, since the implementation of the 2017 Constitution, the Prime Minister has never been from the leading party, hindering the government’s ability to implement its policies. Lisa contends that drafting a new constitution is

Thanakorn Unveils Strategic Plan to Bolster SMEs and Combat Counterfeit Goods

Bangkok: Thanakorn Wangboonkhongchana, the Minister of Industry, has announced a comprehensive plan aimed at supporting small and medium enterprises (SMEs), boosting liquidity, and preventing the influx of counterfeit products into Thailand. This initiative also includes measures to inspect illegal factories, manage waste, and strictly control PM 2.5 pollution levels during the peak season. According to Thai News Agency, the initial

Parliament Debates Draft Constitution for 12 Hours on First Day

Bangkok: Parliament discusses amendments to the draft constitution for the first 12 hours, stating that Sections 1 and 2 cannot be touched. A new meeting is scheduled for October 15. A special joint meeting of the Parliament to consider the draft of the Constitution of the Kingdom of Thailand, Amendment (No. …) B.E. … Section 256, Amendment No. 15/1, to

Parliament Reviews Constitutional Amendments Amid Uneven Attendance

Bangkok: Parliament met for the second day to discuss significant constitutional amendments. The session saw a sparse attendance from Members of Parliament (MPs) in the House of Representatives, in contrast to the strong presence of Senators. According to Thai News Agency, the special joint meeting was convened to deliberate on the draft Constitution of the Kingdom of Thailand, focusing on