Internal Affairs

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

Thailand Faces Pressure as US Imposes First Round of Tariffs

Bangkok: “Sirikanlaya” expressed shock as Thailand was included in the first set of US tariff announcements, feeling forced into a corner by the imposed deadline. Ms. Sirikanya Tansakul, MP and deputy leader of the Prachachon Party, highlighted the unexpected move by the US, which has maintained a 36% import tariff rate on Thailand. The announcement came as a surprise since

Big Pom Stands Firm on Prime Ministerial Prospects, Emphasizes Legal Compliance

Bangkok: “Big Pom” has remained steadfast in the face of the House Secretary’s assertion that he cannot be nominated as Prime Minister due to insufficient MP support. Despite the Secretary-General of the House of Representatives’ statement regarding the necessity of having at least 25 MPs backing him, Gen Prawit Wongsuwan, the leader of the Palang Pracharath Party, insisted that he

Public Urged to Monitor Government’s Intentions on Entertainment Bill Withdrawal

Bangkok: “Prits” has called on the public to vigilantly observe the government’s decision to withdraw a controversial entertainment bill, questioning whether the move is genuine or a strategic delay until the administration secures enough votes to reintroduce it. The public sector has submitted a formal request to opposition parties, urging them to apply parliamentary pressure to ensure the bill’s removal.

Minister of Labor Proposes Extension for Myanmar Workers’ Stay in Thailand

Bangkok: The Minister of Labor is preparing to propose to the Cabinet an extension of the stay period for Myanmar workers in Thailand by an additional six months. This proposal aims to address labor shortages and support economic activities in the country. According to Thai News Agency, the recent announcement by the United States to impose a 36% import tax

Cambodia Declines Medicine from Thai Checkpoint as Patient Transfers Remain Suspended

Surin: The Head of the Chong Chom Communicable Disease Control Checkpoint has disclosed that Cambodia has refused to accept medicine intended for patients, despite the assistance offered by Thailand. This revelation comes amid a halt in emergency patient transfers through the checkpoint since the onset of the current Thai-Cambodian situation. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Sumet Butdee, who leads

Bhumjaithai MPs Concerned Over Pheu Thai’s Handling of US Tariff Negotiations

Bangkok: Chalat Rachkitprakarn, an MP from the Bhumjaithai Party, has raised concerns about the Pheu Thai Party’s ability to negotiate with the United States regarding the current customs tariff rate. With only three weeks left to make progress, he warned that a failure to reduce the US tariff rate, which currently stands at 36%, could result in investors shifting their

Pakornwut Responds to Pai’s Allegations About 44 MP Case

Bangkok: Pakornwut Udompipatsakul, MP and deputy leader of the Prachachon Party, addressed recent allegations made by Pai Lik, MP for Kamphaeng Phet and secretary-general of the Klatham Party, concerning a dinner meeting involving key political figures. Pakornwut suggested that Pai might be interpreting things as he usually does, with no actual basis for the claims. According to Thai News Agency,