Bangkok: Mr. Phumtham Vejjayachai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, has expressed concerns over the United States’ decision to cut the budget for refugee camps. He emphasized that while the issue needs to be addressed, it is crucial to consider the burden on Thailand. According to Thai News Agency, the US is set to end its budget assistance to

Bangkok: Ekaporn Raksuksuk, the new Pheu Thai Party-list MP, has been appointed to replace Suchart Tancharoen. Reporters revealed that on July 15, the Royal Gazette announced the decision by the Secretariat of the House of Representatives to appoint the next individual on the party list as an MP. This appointment fills the vacancy left by Mr. Suchart Tancharoen, who resigned

Bangkok: The Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP) has raised concerns about the potential economic repercussions of a newly imposed 36% tariff on Thai products by the United States, effective from August 1. The party warns that this move could significantly impact Thai workers and the broader economy, urging the government to expedite transparency and compensation measures for affected export industries. According

Bangkok: “Phumtham” stated that he was not aware of the case of the EC preparing to propose the dissolution of 6 coalition parties. He met with “Thaksin” at Ban Chan Song La, revealing that at that time he was in Kazakhstan. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Phumtham Vejjayachai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, who is currently acting

Bangkok: Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira has confirmed that he proposed the name of the new Bank of Thailand governor to the Cabinet today. Pichai refrained from commenting on questions related to the US tax issue and its potential security implications. According to Thai News Agency, Pichai revealed that during the Cabinet meeting, a proposal to appoint

Bangkok: Prabha and Ornuma have affirmed their commitment to the Bhumjaithai Party, dismissing any notions of switching allegiances. They underscored their position on withdrawing from casino-related ventures, emphasizing the local populace’s understanding. According to Thai News Agency, following the Bhumjaithai Party MP meeting, Ms. Prapa Hengpaiboon, representing Kalasin, and Ms. Oruma Bunsiri, representing Bueng Kan, clarified their stance post-vote on

Bangkok: Dr. Somruk Chungsamarn has been appointed as the new Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Public Health. The announcement came from Mr. Jirayu Huangsap, spokesman for the Prime Minister’s Office, following a cabinet meeting. According to Thai News Agency, the cabinet approved the proposal from the Ministry of Public Health to appoint Dr. Somruk, who currently holds the position

Bangkok: The Senate today approved Itthiphon Kaewthip as the new Attorney General following a contentious meeting marked by heated exchanges between senators. The meeting, chaired by Senate President Mongkol Surachat, saw Itthiphon Kaewthip, nominated by the Standing Committee, receive overwhelming support despite intense debate over procedural delays. According to Thai News Agency, the meeting was temporarily disrupted by a debate