Internal Affairs

Phumtham Denies Interior Ministry Transfers, Warns of Prosecution for Neutrality Violations

Bangkok: Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, Phumtham Vejjayachai, as acting Prime Minister, has denied rumors of transferring the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, emphasizing that any civil servant found to be neutral will face prosecution under Section 157. He stated that the transfers of civil servants from various ministries, excluding the Interior Ministry, are set to

Bhumjaithai Party Investigates Three MPs Over Defiance on Entertainment Complex Act

Bangkok: The Bhumjaithai Party has initiated an investigation into three of its Members of Parliament (MPs) for defying party resolutions on the Entertainment Complex Act. The MPs reportedly claimed they were approached by nine individuals offering eight-figure sums. Despite the situation, the party maintains that its MPs are committed to performing their duties effectively, regardless of their position in government

Cabinet Approves Sorapong Paitoonpong as Director-General of Department of Land Transport

Bangkok: The Cabinet has approved the appointment of Sorapong Paitoonpong as the new Director-General of the Department of Land Transport. Alongside this appointment, Piyapong Jiwattanakulpaisan has been named Director-General of the Department of Highways. These changes are part of a broader governmental effort to ensure a seamless transition of roles before the end of September. According to Thai News Agency,

“Phumtham” Urges Assistance for Entrepreneurs and Citizens at Thai-Cambodian Border

Bangkok: Mr. Phumtham Vejjayachai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, currently acting as Prime Minister, has directed a cabinet meeting focused on the Thai-Cambodian border, urging relevant government agencies to implement measures assisting entrepreneurs in the border provinces. According to Thai News Agency, the government has set measures to regulate the opening and closing times of checkpoints in seven

Phumtham Refutes Claims of US Discussions Over Tap Lamu Naval Base Use

Bangkok: “Phumtham” has denied allegations of any discussions with the United States regarding the use of the Tap Lamu Naval Base in Phang Nga Province in exchange for adjustments to Trump’s tariffs. He expressed discomfort over media misinterpretations of the situation, which he claims have caused damage to both himself and the country. He emphasized the need for ethical reporting

Election Commission Denies Claims of Imminent Dissolution of Six Political Parties

Bangkok: The Election Commission (EC) has clarified that reports claiming it is preparing to consider a petition to dissolve six political parties currently in power are false. The EC stated that the matter is still at the office level, where facts and evidence are being collected. It emphasized that the process is lengthy and has yet to reach the EC

Region 2 Army Commander Assures Public Amidst Tensions at Prasat Ta Muen Thom

Surin: Region 2 Army Commander has urged citizens to remain calm following a disturbance at Prasat Ta Muen Thom involving Thai and Cambodian soldiers. Tensions arose when a Cambodian woman confronted Thai soldiers, asserting that they were on Cambodian territory, leading to a confrontation with Cambodian soldiers. The situation was eventually de-escalated through dialogue between both sides. According to Thai

Phumtham Orders Urgent Action Against Monastic Misconduct

Bangkok: Phumtham Vejjayachai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, acting as Prime Minister, issued a directive during a cabinet meeting to address misconduct within the monkhood. He instructed Suchart Tancharoen, Minister attached to the Prime Minister’s Office, to collaborate with police and relevant agencies to apprehend individuals involved with “Sika K.” According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Phumtham highlighted