Internal Affairs

Prime Minister Paethongtarn’s Request for Court Extension Criticized by Somchai

Bangkok: “Somchai” criticized Prime Minister Paethongtarn Shinawatra’s request for an extension of time to explain to the court, suggesting it is a strategic move to negotiate and delay proceedings. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Somchai Srisutthiyakorn, an academic and former Election Commission member, highlighted that the Prime Minister’s Secretary-General explained that Prime Minister Paethongtarn had sent a letter requesting

Unemployment Compensation for Insured Persons Under Section 33 Increases

Bangkok: Insured individuals under Section 33 who face unemployment due to layoffs can now expect increased compensation, thanks to a recent change in the Ministerial Regulation concerning unemployment benefits. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Anukul Prueksanusak, Deputy Government Spokesperson, announced that the Royal Gazette has published a new Ministerial Regulation that raises the unemployment compensation rate to better reflect

Misunderstanding at Ta Muen Thom Temple Clarified by Royal Thai Army

Surin: The Royal Thai Army has clarified an incident at Ta Muen Thom Temple, attributing it to a misunderstanding involving Cambodian tourists. According to Thai News Agency, Colonel Richa Suksuwanon, deputy army spokesman, detailed the events that unfolded on July 15, 2025, when a conflict arose between Cambodian tourists and Thai military officers at Prasat Ta Muen Thom, located in

Teng Disappointed Over Rejection of Amnesty Bills by House

Bangkok: “Teng,” formally known as Mr. Nattapong Ruangpanyawut, has expressed disappointment following the House of Representatives’ decision to reject two amnesty bills associated with the People’s Party and the Civil Society Network. According to Thai News Agency, the leader of the Prachachon Party and opposition believes that despite this setback, there remains an opportunity to push for a universal amnesty

Natthaphong Advocates for Acceptance of Five Amnesty Bills in Thai Parliament

Bangkok: Mr. Nattapong Ruangpanyawut, the opposition leader and head of the Prachachon Party, along with party MPs, has announced their support for five amnesty bills in the House of Representatives. He urged that issues of disagreement be addressed in the second reading, emphasizing the importance of abstaining from voting down bills to foster a more inclusive discussion. According to Thai

Royal Thai Army Leads Nationwide Volunteer Activities in Honor of King’s Birthday

Bangkok: The Royal Thai Army has taken the initiative to lead Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) students in a nationwide volunteer activity titled “We do good deeds with our hearts” to commemorate the birthday of His Majesty the King on July 28, 2025. According to Thai News Agency, the event was held at the Wannasmit Dome, located at the Military

‘Gen. Nattapol’ Visits Southern Border Provinces to Discuss ISOC Transition Plans

Pattani: General Nattapol Nakphanit, the Deputy Minister of Defense and acting Minister of Defense, has made his inaugural visit to the southern border provinces since assuming his current role. The visit aims to advance the Internal Security Operations Command’s (ISOC) plan to transfer control of the three southern border provinces and four districts in Songkhla to the Ministry of Interior