Internal Affairs

Phumtham Allocates Responsibilities Among Interior Deputy Ministers

Bangkok: Phumtham Vejjayachai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, has delineated the responsibilities among two Deputy Ministers of Interior. He will oversee the Civil Engineering and Public Works Department, while Deputy Minister Detch-Is will focus on the Land Department and the Department of Local Administration to address land issues. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Phumtham stated that the

Phumtham Questions Hun Sen’s Credibility Amid Thaksin Consultation Claims

Bangkok: Deputy Prime Minister Phumtham Vejjayachai has openly challenged the credibility of Samdech Hun Sen, President of the Cambodian Senate, following claims involving former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra. Phumtham questioned how much faith can be placed in Hun Sen after it was alleged that Thaksin consulted on the dismissal of Anutin Charnvirakul, the leader of the Bhumjaithai Party and

Pheu Thai and Bhumjaithai Parties Enter Sisaket By-Election Race

Sisaket: Pheu Thai – Bhumjaithai submit applications for the by-election for MP, Constituency 5, Sisaket, first day The Election Commission Office has summarized the results of the application for the election of members of the House of Representatives in Si Sa Ket Province, Constituency 5 (Khun Han District and Phusing District) to replace the vacant position. On the first day,

Phumtham Vows Full Legal Action in Ms. Golf Case, Emphasizes Serious Prosecution

Bangkok: Phumtham Vejjayachai, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, who is currently acting as Prime Minister, has announced his commitment to pursue full legal action in the case involving Ms. Golf. He has coordinated with the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) to aid the Central Investigation Bureau police in handling the matter, highlighting that the case will not

Election Commission Clarifies Senator Qualification Examination in Chonburi Province

Chonburi: The Election Commission (EC) has provided clarification regarding the process of examining the qualifications of senators during the application process in Chonburi Province. The legal requirements stipulate that candidates must confirm their eligibility and undergo checks according to prescribed legal procedures. If any candidate is found lacking qualifications, their name can be submitted to the Senate president for consideration

Suchart Moves Forward with Legislation to Protect Buddhism Amid Faith Crisis in Thailand

Bangkok: “Suchart” has announced plans to expedite the enactment of legislation aimed at safeguarding Buddhism, with an expected timeline for clarity within 3-4 months. According to Thai News Agency, Senator Prinya Wongcherdkwan emphasized the urgent need for government intervention to address the ongoing crisis of faith within the Buddhist community. He cited issues such as senior monks engaging in inappropriate

NACC’s Decision on Investigating Paethongtarn Remains Unconfirmed

Bangkok: “Saroj” does not confirm that the NACC has resolved to set up a committee to investigate the ethics standards of “Paethongtarn” regarding the audio clip of a conversation with “Hun Sen”, saying that he does not know the details. According to Thai News Agency, reporters reported that after there was a news report that the meeting of the National

Petition Filed Against Political Influence of Non-Members in Political Parties

Bangkok: Mr. Srisuwan Janya, leader of the Love the Nation Love the Country Organization, has filed a petition with the registrar of political parties and the Election Commission to initiate an investigation into the case of “Mr. S.T.R.” This individual, not being a member of any political party, is alleged to have exerted undue influence over certain political parties, potentially