Bangkok: Ms. Paethongtarn Shinawatra, Prime Minister and Minister of Culture, attended a Cabinet meeting today, but refrained from addressing questions regarding the registration of Thai literature by Cambodia with UNESCO. When approached by the media for comments on the issue, Ms. Paethongtarn chose not to respond and proceeded directly to Building 1 to participate in the meeting. According to Thai

Bangkok: Wisut Chainarun, Pheu Thai Party list MP and chairman of the government coalition coordination committee (government whip), addressed complaints about the former prime minister, Thaksin Shinawatra, allegedly dominating the party and government. He expressed that these complaints are unfounded, emphasizing that prejudice and hatred should be set aside for the country to progress. Wisut also dismissed Hun Sen’s criticisms

Bangkok: Deputy Minister of Interior clarified the question to the Senate about disaster warnings in Thailand, confirming that the government has continuously given importance and developed the warning system to notify the public in a timely manner. According to Thai News Agency, in the Senate meeting chaired by Mr. Mongkol Surassajja, President of the Senate, Lieutenant Commander Wuttipong Phongsuwan inquired

Bangkok: The Royal Thai Army is accelerating the rehabilitation of flood-affected areas in the North, deploying military engineers to adjust the area for long-term flood prevention. According to Thai News Agency, Lt. Col. Kanyanat Ponnipatkul, assistant spokesperson of the Royal Thai Army, reported that continuous heavy rains since July 10, 2015, have led to flooding and flash floods inundating houses

Bangkok: The government is advancing efforts to reduce educational inequality through the Fund for Educational Equality, which aims to provide financial subsidies to 800,000 extremely poor students. The initiative includes launching a new student data recording system to prevent dropouts in the education system, effective from today until July 21, 2025. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Anukul Prueksanusak, deputy

Bangkok: “Wisut” dismisses the Nida Poll, urging “Paethongtarn” to step down, expressing confusion over the poll’s questions and requesting that “Big Tu” not be reintroduced after nine years of service. He emphasizes that in the event of a political mishap, “Chaikasem” would be the sole candidate put forward. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Wisut Chainarun, a Member of Parliament

Bangkok: Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister Phumtham Vejjayachai, who is currently acting as Prime Minister, has stated that he has no knowledge of Jakrapob Penkair being appointed as the new government spokesman, replacing Chirayu Huangsap. He acknowledged Jakrapob’s capabilities but emphasized the importance of verifying qualifications for every position. According to Thai News Agency, Phumtham mentioned that if a

Bangkok: Academics and media representatives have observed that the current Constitutional Court is adapting to accept criticism as a democratic principle. They noted concerns over potential amendments to allow judges to be elected, fearing this could replicate issues seen in other countries. Additionally, they called for more streamlined and accessible communication processes and criticized politicians who exploit the constitution for