Bangkok: Former Prime Minister Settha Thavisin is optimistic about the efforts of Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira and the Thailand negotiation team in reducing the United States-imposed tariffs. The US has extended the final negotiation period for these tariffs until August 1st, and Settha believes this extension provides an opportunity for Thailand to secure a better tariff

Bangkok: Minister Suchart Tancharoen has disclosed discussions with the Office of the Basic Education Commission (OBEC) aiming to establish a specialized working group to oversee temple funds and address legal loopholes to safeguard Buddhism. According to Thai News Agency, Minister Suchart, who is attached to the Prime Minister’s Office, has also engaged in talks with the National Office of Buddhism

Bangkok: Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reveals that the ASEAN-China Foreign Ministers’ Meeting will promote economic cooperation and support the suppression of transnational crimes. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Nikorndej Plangoon, Director-General of the Department of Information and Spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, provided insights into the ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting with China. During the

Bangkok: The chairman of the Religious Affairs Committee has launched an investigation into a scandal involving a ‘famous monk’ and a female layperson, amid concerns that the incident could undermine the faith of Buddhists across the nation. The committee’s discussions also centered on the potential for allowing monks to marry and addressing issues related to female laypeople extorting money. According

Bangkok: Mr. Sanong Thep-aksornnarong, a member of the House of Representatives for Buriram Province, has criticized Mr. Phumtham Vejjayachai, the Minister of Interior, accusing him of seeking political revenge rather than focusing on governance. Mr. Sanong expressed concerns about Mr. Phumtham’s past performance as Defense Minister, during which he claims Cambodia severely criticized him, leading to fears of territorial loss.

Bangkok: The Subcommittee on Water Management has expressed confidence that the new draft of the Product Waste Management Act, also known as the WEEE Act, will provide a systematic and sustainable solution to the issue of electronic waste plaguing the city. The act focuses on the principle that producers, rather than the government, should bear the responsibility for waste management.

Bangkok: The Senate Religious Affairs Committee is preparing to call on agencies to clarify the case of ‘Ms. K.’ due to its sensitive nature affecting the faith of Buddhists. The committee emphasizes the need for urgent measures to control monastic discipline and protect reputable monks from being unjustly associated with misconduct. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Atcharaphan Homrot, Senator

Kuala lumpur: “Maris” joins ASEAN-China foreign ministers meeting as Thailand pushes for cooperation to solve important problems, transnational crimes-online scammers. Mr. Marist Sengiampong, Minister of Foreign Affairs, attended the ASEAN-China Foreign Ministers’ Meeting during the 58th ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting and Related Meetings in Kuala Lumpur. According to Thai News Agency, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi attended the meeting with