Internal Affairs

Bhumtham Reiterates Decriminalization of Poker for Sports, Urges Focus on Major Issues

Bangkok: Bhumtham reiterated the decriminalization of poker for sports, insisting the principles remain the same. Provincial governors and the Department of Provincial Administration have the authority to approve. He urged the prospective Interior Minister not to be petty and suggested taking on major issues, including Khao Kradong, Senate collusion, and drug trafficking. He questioned whether the Director-General of the Department

Three-Syllable Joke Linked to Wat Phra Bat Nam Phu Scandal

Bangkok: “Big Tao” has indicated a potential connection between a three-syllable joke and financial issues at Wat Phra Bat Nam Phu, particularly following the arrest of “Tid Alongkot.” Suspicious activities have surfaced, with reports suggesting that the individual involved has yet to come forward. According to Thai News Agency, Police Major General Charoonkiat Pankaew, the deputy commander of the Central

Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn Collaborates with Ministry of Interior on Khao Kradong Case

Bangkok: “Phiphat” plans to join hands with the Ministry of Interior to solve the Khao Kradong case. Pipat is set to join hands with the Interior Ministry to resolve the Khao Kradong case after officially assuming office. He emphasized that the more doubts there are, the more clarity must be given to the Thai people. He insisted that there will

National Police Chief Confirms Insurgent Clash in Songkhla

Bangkok: The National Police Chief has acknowledged a violent clash in Songkhla, where officials have surrounded an insurgent group. According to Thai News Agency, National Police Chief Pol. Gen. Kittirat Panphet confirmed the incident upon his arrival at Parliament House. He was there to attend a meeting with the House of Representatives Police Committee when reporters questioned him about the

Bhumtham Responds to Anutin on Interior Ministry Reshuffle

Bangkok: Phumtham Wechayachai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, has addressed Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul’s intentions to reshuffle officials within the Ministry of Interior, emphasizing his commitment to resolving issues swiftly within a four-month timeframe. He highlighted the necessity of these transfers, while questioning the ethical implications raised by Anutin. According to Thai News Agency, Phumtham noted that the

Big Tao Advocates for Fairness in Police Appointments

Bangkok: “Big Tao” explained to the Police Committee that what was demanded has been changed. “Big Tao” presented a statement to the Police Committee, asserting that his demands have been met, even if it’s only for two positions. He also pointed out that he wants the Royal Thai Police to use the Police Act 2022 to ensure fairness for all

New Constitutional Trends on a 4-Month Timeline: Three Referendums Required for Constitution Drafting

Bangkok: Following the Constitutional Court’s ruling that a new constitution drafting requires three referendums, questions have arisen regarding the feasibility of a new constitution being drafted by a Constituent Assembly (CAC). According to Thai News Agency, the Constitutional Court’s decision mandates that three separate referendums must be conducted to facilitate the drafting of a new constitution. This requirement introduces a

Bhumtham Vows Commitment to Constitutional Amendments for Enhanced Democracy

Bangkok: Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, Phumtham Wechayachai, has reiterated Pheu Thai Party’s commitment to amending the constitution to advance democratic principles. He expressed this commitment while responding to the Constitutional Court’s ruling against a directly elected Constituent Assembly (CSA), which conflicts with the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between the Bhumjaithai Party and the Prachachon Party. According to