Internal Affairs

Government Initiates Second Compensation Phase for Border Incident Damages

Bangkok: The government is set to provide a second round of compensation for damages to homes, property, orchards, and farms. According to Thai News Agency, the Government Housing Bank (GHB) is also offering emergency loans with a 1% interest rate for repairing homes damaged due to border incidents. Ms. Sasikarn Wattanachan, Deputy Government Spokesperson, disclosed that the Cabinet meeting this

Senator Thanatchaphong Denies Involvement in Forged Signature Scandal

Bangkok: Senator Thanatchaphong Wongmulalee stated that he is unaware of who forged the signatures of 136 senators on an impeachment petition. He emphasized his lack of intent to remove any senators from office and mentioned that the signatures of two other individuals were also forged, leading to an incomplete list of supporters for the petition. According to Thai News Agency,

Thailand and Cambodia Reach 13-Point Ceasefire Agreement

Bangkok: At the extraordinary Thai-Cambodian General Border Committee (GBC) meeting, both nations have agreed on a 13-point ceasefire agreement to address border tensions. According to Thai News Agency, the meeting lasted over an hour, with the agreement developed by relevant Thai agencies and the Cambodian secretariat of the GBC. General Nattapol Nakphanit, Deputy Minister of Defense and Acting Minister of

Palang Pracharath Party Demands Clarity on Trump’s Tariff Negotiations

Bangkok: The Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP) has urged the government to disclose comprehensive information regarding the recent tariff negotiations led by former US President Donald Trump. The party is specifically seeking clarity on the 19% import tax imposed by the United States and whether any goods are being granted a 0% tax rate, which could adversely affect Thai farmers. According

“Phumtham” Issues Drug Suppression Policy, Sets KPI Within 3 Months

Bangkok: “Phumtham” has issued a policy to combat drug addiction through a collaborative mechanism involving the Ministry of Interior, the Royal Thai Police, and the Ministry of Public Health. The collaboration aims to prevent, suppress, and rehabilitate drug users, setting KPIs within three months to achieve tangible results and lead Thailand to zero drugs. According to Thai News Agency, Deputy

“Thirat” Slams Ubon Ratchathani Governor for Unusually Delayed Budget Disbursement

Ubon ratchathani: Thirat criticized the Ubon Ratchathani governor for his unusually slow disbursement of budget funds, emphasizing the greater damage in comparison to neighboring provinces and highlighting his failure to foster public understanding. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Teerarat Samretwanit, Deputy Minister of Interior, addressed the governor’s transfer over the disbursement of funds intended to assist residents affected by

BTS Donates 100 Million Baht to Support Thai-Cambodian Border Personnel

Bangkok: BTS Skytrain has made a significant donation of 100 million baht to assist frontline personnel serving in Thailand and Cambodia. According to Thai News Agency, BTS Skytrain donated 50 million baht to the military, which will be divided among the Royal Thai Army, Royal Thai Navy, and Royal Thai Air Force. This contribution aims to provide assistance and compensation

Ubon Ratchathani Governor Dismissed Over Budget Management Negligence

Bangkok: Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, Mr. Phumtham Wechayachai, acting as Prime Minister, has ordered the removal of the Ubon Ratchathani governor due to administrative deficiencies in managing border relief funds. The governor was found responsible for disbursing only 55,600 baht in compensation funds for the Thai-Cambodian border, significantly lower than the required amount. According to Thai News