Internal Affairs

‘Paethongtarn’ Elevates Thai Culture to the Global Stage with SPLASH 2025

Bangkok: ‘Paethongtarn’ has launched the SPLASH – Soft Power Forum 2025, emphasizing the global appeal of Thai culture and its potential as a new economic model. The initiative aims to boost exports of Thai gems to 1 trillion baht within five years. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Paethongtarn Shinawatra, Prime Minister and Minister of Culture, inaugurated the International Conference

Chulaphan Amornvivat Withdraws Entertainment Complex Act Amid Cabinet Changes

Bangkok: Mr. Chulaphan Amornvivat, Deputy Minister of Finance, has announced the withdrawal of the Entertainment Complex Act from consideration by the House of Representatives, citing significant changes in the Cabinet as a key reason for this decision. The move, according to Mr. Chulaphan, is intended to allow the country to progress by providing more time for societal understanding and adaptation.

Ministry of Interior Proposes High-Level Administrative Transfers

Bangkok: The Ministry of Interior has proposed the appointment of the Director-General and Governor, transferring “Chaiwat-Narucha” into the inspector group. “Nirat”, the Chiang Mai governor, is set to govern, while “Phopchanok”, the Phetchaburi governor, will control the local area. According to Thai News Agency, in today’s Cabinet meeting, the Ministry of Interior is preparing to propose the transfer of high-level

Senate Resolution Approves 9 Supreme Administrative Court Judges

Bangkok: The Senate meeting, chaired by Mr. Boonsong Noisophon, Second Vice President of the Senate, considered and voted to approve nine individuals nominated to serve as judges of the Supreme Administrative Court. According to Thai News Agency, the nominees were approved by majority votes during the Senate session. Mr. Wisut Wajanasathiankul, President of the Central Administrative Court, received 148 votes

People’s Party MPs Urge Finance and Foreign Ministers to Resign Over Trump’s Tax Bill

Bangkok: People’s Party MPs have called for the resignation of the Finance Minister and the Foreign Affairs Minister, citing their roles in what they describe as a mismanagement of international trade relations following the implementation of a 36% import tax by the United States on Thai exports. They argue this tax, enforced from August 1st, signifies a failure in government

Election Commission Announces By-Election Schedule for Sisaket District 5 MP

Sisaket: The Election Commission has announced the schedule for the by-election to fill the vacant Member of Parliament position for Sisaket District 5. The application process for candidates will be held from July 14 to July 18, with the election set for August 10. According to Thai News Agency, the Election Commission Office has released details following the Royal Decree

PPRP Questions Gen. Prawit Wongsuwan’s PM Nomination Amid Entertainment Complex Legislation Withdrawal

Bangkok: The Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP) has raised concerns over the future of the entertainment complex legislation following the government’s decision to withdraw the draft. The PPRP believes reinstating the complex will be challenging. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Suradej Yasawat, deputy leader of the PPRP, addressed the potential nomination of Gen. Prawit Wongsuwan, a party-list MP and leader

Secretary-General Criticizes Sharing Cabinet Matters Abroad

Bangkok: Secretary-General of the Council of State, Mr. Pakorn Nilpraphun, has voiced criticism against individuals discussing Cabinet matters outside the country. He emphasized that the law should focus on principles rather than results, noting that a recent Facebook post of his was meant for friends only. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Pakorn addressed a recent controversy surrounding his legal