Internal Affairs

Natthaphong Questions Government Measures on MOU 43-44 Referendum

Bangkok: Natthaphong Ruangpanyawut, Leader of the Opposition, has raised concerns regarding the government’s approach towards the proposed referendum to revoke MOUs 43-44. During a session at the House of Representatives, chaired by Second Deputy Speaker Mr. Chalat Khamchuang, Natthaphong directed pointed questions towards Mr. Sihasak Phuangketkaew, the Minister of Foreign Affairs. He sought clarity on how the government plans to

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul Visits Ministry of Foreign Affairs for Preparatory Meeting

Bangkok: The Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior, Anutin Charnvirakul, visited the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to pay respects to sacred objects following a meeting set to prepare for his upcoming visit to Laos. According to Thai News Agency, at 1:00 PM today, Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul arrived at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to chair a meeting in

Chaichanok Fails to Explain to ICT Committee Regarding 40 Million Baht Bribe

Bangkok: Chaichanok Chidchob, Minister of Digital Economy and Society, refrained from giving a statement to the ICT Committee regarding the 40 million baht bribe. Siam Hatthasongkhro, a Pheu Thai Party MP for Nong Bua Lamphu and chairman of the House of Representatives’ Committee on Communications, Telecommunications, and Digital Economy and Society, has expressed confidence in the minister’s statement and urges

MP Raises Concerns Over Forced Iris Scans for Digital Payment in Thailand

Bangkok: Rangsiman Rome, a party-list MP and deputy leader of the Prachachon Party, has voiced significant concerns over the use of iris scans for villagers to receive digital payments, fearing this practice could lead to data misuse and fraud. As chairman of the House of Representatives’ Committee on State Security, Thai Border Affairs, National Strategy, and National Reform, Rome disclosed

House Security Committee Delves into Ben Smith-Call Center Bribery Scandal

Bangkok: The House Committee on State Security commenced discussions on the “Ben Smith” and call center bribery scandal, focusing on the absence of three key ministers: Thammanat, Narumon, and Chaichanok. Rome emphasized the necessity of their personal attendance, arguing that officials from the Ministry of Agriculture would be unable to adequately address the questions. Meanwhile, several agencies, including the Royal

Rome Clarifies Invitation to Thammanat in Funding Investigation

Bangkok: Rome pointed out that he sent an invitation letter to Thammanat, not Thanadol, to clarify his relationship with Ben Smith, indicating that the committee has extensive information on his involvement with illegal investment funds. He declared that enough is enough to go after those who exposed the call centers. He asked who he was acting for and hoped the

ISOC Secretary-General Expresses Concern Over Yala Bombing, Issues Strict Security Policy

Yala: The Secretary-General of the Internal Security Operations Command (ISOC) expressed concern over the Yala bombing incident and issued a policy to tighten security measures. The Commander of Army Area 4 and the Director of ISOC Region 4 visited the area to closely monitor the situation. According to Thai News Agency, Major General Thammanoon Maisonthi, spokesman for the Internal Security

Phradon Announces Timeline for Constitutional Amendments

Bangkok: “Phradon” has unveiled a timeline for amending the constitution, indicating that the committee level will be concluded during the closing session. The voting on agenda items 2-3 in the 2/68 session is expected to be timely. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Paradorn Prisananantakul, a Member of Parliament for Ang Thong and Minister to the Prime Minister’s Office, addressed