Internal Affairs

Wisut Confident in Smooth 2026 Budget Debate, Reaffirms Paethongtarn’s Position

Bangkok: Wisut Chainarun, President of the Pheu Thai Party and Chairman of the Government Coalition Coordination Committee, has expressed confidence that the House will successfully debate the 2026 budget’s second and third readings without any failures. He reiterated that Prime Minister Paethongtarn Shinawatra will not resign, emphasizing that the Pheu Thai Party has full support and will remain undeterred. According

Mother’s Day Holiday Boosts Thai Tourism, Generates Over 13 Billion Baht

Bangkok: Domestic tourism thrived during the Mother’s Day long holiday from August 9-12, 2015, generating substantial revenue across Thailand. According to Thai News Agency, more than 3.16 million Thais traveled domestically during this period, resulting in a revenue of 13.75 billion baht. The average hotel occupancy rate was reported at 66%, with 41% of the tourists being Thai nationals. The

Border Situation in Seven Provinces Eases Amid Warnings Against Fake News

Bangkok: The border situation in seven provinces has shown signs of easing, prompting a public advisory to disregard fake news that has been leading people to evacuate unnecessarily. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Jirayu Huangsap, spokesman for the Prime Minister’s Office, has clarified that the information circulating on social media regarding a supposed evacuation warning by the Royal Thai

‘Thanon Song Wat’ to Become a New Landmark in the Heart of the City

Bangkok: Thailand is a must-visit destination. “Thanon Song Wat” has become a new landmark in the heart of the city. The government and private sector are collaborating to enhance the area, attracting tourists with light and digital art. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Sasikarn Wattanachan, Deputy Government Spokesperson, revealed that the government, through the Ministry of Commerce, has collaborated

Pheu Thai Party Stresses Importance of 2016 Budget Bill During Critical Three-Day Meeting

Bangkok: Pheu Thai Party has highlighted the significance of the 2016 budget draft, emphasizing strict adherence to quorum requirements over the course of a three-day parliamentary session. According to Thai News Agency, Pheu Thai Party Secretary-General Sorawong Thienthong convened a meeting with party MPs prior to the House of Representatives session to discuss the fiscal year 2026 budget bill. He

Suradej Calls for Cancellation of GBC Agreement Following Thai Soldier’s Injury

Bangkok: Suradej Yasawat, deputy leader of the Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP), has urged the government to annul the GBC agreement after a Thai soldier lost a leg due to a landmine incident attributed to Cambodian violations. He is pressing the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to take prompt action and pursue legal measures against Cambodia. According to Thai News Agency, Mr.

Election Commission of Thailand Accelerates Senate Collusion Case Investigation

Bangkok: The Election Commission of Thailand (ECT) is accelerating its investigation into the alleged collusion among senators, dispelling reports of an eight-month delay. The ECT president clarified that the timeline being discussed was merely an explanation of legal procedures, anticipating an earlier resolution than initially expected. The ECT emphasized the importance of adhering to strict regulations without external pressures. According

Constitutional Court Awaits Crucial Evidence in Sae Jinjiang Extradition Case

Bangkok: The Constitutional Court is currently awaiting evidence from three key agencies before making a decision on the highly publicized “Sae Jinjiang” case. Sae Jinjiang, a casino owner in Myanmar, has challenged the extradition law, claiming it violates the Constitution. According to Thai News Agency, the Constitutional Court is reviewing a counterclaim from Mr. Sae Zhijiang, who is the defendant