Internal Affairs

Paethongtarn Shinawatra Enters Parliament Amid Concerns of Political Backstabbing

Bangkok: Paethongtarn Shinawatra, the Prime Minister and Minister of Culture, made her way to the parliament at 9:51 a.m. for the House of Representatives meeting, where the draft law was under consideration. As she arrived, questions from the press regarding her visit and concerns about MP loyalty were met with a smile and a simple “What?” before she proceeded to

Ministry of Foreign Affairs Asserts Cambodia’s Violation of Ottawa Convention and Thai Sovereignty

Bangkok: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has reiterated to diplomats from 68 countries that Cambodia has breached the Ottawa Convention and encroached upon Thai sovereignty, urging international intervention for accountability and resolution. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Nikorndej Plangoon, Director-General of the Department of Information and Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, addressed a press conference following a

Sirikanya Praises New BOT Governor Vitai Ratanakorn for Knowledge and Capability

Bangkok: Ms. Sirikanya Tansakul, MP and deputy leader of the Prachachon Party, shared her views on Mr. Vitai Ratanakorn, the newly appointed governor of the Bank of Thailand (BOT), highlighting his competence and expertise. She expressed admiration for his successful initiative to introduce a Government Savings Bank subsidiary into the car registration loan market, which has fostered competition and led

Pakornwut Unfazed by Potential Parliament Dissolution Amid Slim Vote Margins

Bangkok: Pakornwut Udompipatsakul, a party-list MP for the Prachachon Party, expressed his lack of concern over the potential dissolution of the parliament, citing slim vote margins as a reason why such a situation won’t persist for long. He emphasized that the Prachachon Party will not propose a candidate for the 2nd Vice Speaker of the House of Representatives, and is

Phumtham to Submit Director-General’s Explanation on Khao Kradong Land Issue to Inspection Committee

Bangkok: Phumtham Wechayachai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, acting Prime Minister, announced his plans to submit the explanation from the Director-General of the Land Department regarding the Khao Kradong issue to an investigation committee. He emphasized that if the explanation is correct, the matter will be resolved. Phumtham stressed that his actions are not intended to intimidate but

Royal Thai Army Adjusts Media Strategy Amid IO-Cambodia Conflict

Bangkok: The Royal Thai Army recently addressed the media to discuss changes in the reporting direction concerning the ongoing IO-Cambodia conflict. The Army emphasized that General Pana Klaewplodthuk, the Commander-in-Chief, is actively involved behind the scenes, introducing new units called “White and Black Units” to manage the situation. “Sergeant Bird” quoted a phrase underscoring the strategic importance of the region,

Interior Ministry to Investigate Khao Kradong Land Dispute

Bangkok: The Ministry of Interior has initiated an investigation into the Khao Kradong land dispute by establishing seven committees, although no timeline has been set for the submission of the investigation results. The investigation follows concerns about the decision not to revoke the land title deeds in the contested area. According to Thai News Agency, the order to investigate was