Internal Affairs

Rome Urges Immediate Constitutional Amendment Amid Political Shift

Bangkok: Rangsiman Rome, MP and Deputy Leader of the Prachachon Party, has called on Acting Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai to proceed with constitutional amendments, emphasizing that the Bhumjaithai Party is no longer an obstacle. Rome expressed surprise at the current political dynamics, where the government appears to be pressing the opposition for support rather than taking decisive action themselves. According

Government Whip Confirms Withdrawal of Entertainment Complex Draft from Parliament

Bangkok: In a significant development, Mr. Wisut Chainarun, a Pheu Thai Party-list Member of Parliament and the Chairman of the Government Coalition Coordination Committee, has confirmed the withdrawal of the “Entertainment Complex Draft” from parliamentary consideration on July 9. This move aims to pave the way for further discussions on amnesty and constitutional amendments, while the Pheu Thai Party remains

Government Initiates Nationwide Expansion of Pico Finance to Combat Informal Debt

Bangkok: The government is advancing efforts to eradicate informal debt while expanding pico finance nationwide, with over 82,000 individuals benefiting from a budget exceeding 2.5 billion baht, thus increasing access to legal capital sources. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Sasikarn Wattanachan, Deputy Government Spokesperson, detailed the government’s progress in financial assistance aimed at resolving informal debt issues. The Ministry

Government Whip Gives Green Light to Draft Bill on Peace Promotion, To Be Introduced to Parliament This Wednesday

Bangkok: “Akkaradet” reveals that the government whip has given the green light to the draft of the Peace Building Act, which will enter the parliament first on Wednesday, but there was a resolution not to accept the amnesty bill of “Chaiwat-People’s Sector” due to the issue of Section 112. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Akaradej Wongpitakroj, MP for Ratchaburi

Government Plans Grand Celebrations for Centennial Anniversaries of Thai Royals

Bangkok: The government is preparing to organize three major events to honor His Majesty the King, involving 108 government agencies participating in 1,013 projects. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Jirayu Huangsap, spokesman of the Prime Minister’s Office, revealed that Mr. Phumtham Vejjayachai, Deputy Prime Minister and Acting Prime Minister, chaired a meeting of the Steering Committee for the Celebration

Government Orders 33 Provinces to Brace for Flash Floods

Bangkok: The government has instructed 33 provinces across the country to remain vigilant for potential flash floods, forest runoff, and mudslides, with preparations set for the week of July 6-12. A full-scale broadcast cell is ready to operate in response to the situation. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Sasikarn Wattanachan, the Deputy Government Spokesperson, shared insights from the Department

Thailand Submits New Trade Proposals to US to Boost Bilateral Trade

Bangkok: Thailand has taken an aggressive step by submitting a new round of trade proposals to the United States, aiming to open the market to US agricultural and energy products, hoping to reduce import tariffs. The government has confirmed that it is moving forward with full force, focusing on national interests and is ready to immediately set a framework to

NBTC Proposes Policy Change to Allow Cambodian Workers to Remain in Thailand

Bangkok: The NBTC is considering a policy adjustment to permit Cambodian workers with valid or expired permits to continue working in Thailand. Under the current regulations, if the situation is deemed normal, these workers are required to exit Thailand within 14 days. The Burapha Force has reported that 212,766 individuals have been granted entry at the Thai-Cambodian border checkpoint. According