Internal Affairs

Phumtham Calls for Courage in Resolving Khao Kradong-Alpine Land Dispute

Bangkok: Phumtham Vejjayachai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, has expressed a strong commitment to addressing the longstanding Khao Kradong-Alpine land dispute. Preparations are underway to organize the Interior Ministry’s military appropriately for the task, with a focus on drug suppression as the primary priority. The recent cabinet change has affected progress on submarine issues, necessitating their return to

Somsak Assigns Drug and Health Portfolios to Deputy Ministers

Bangkok: Public Health Minister Somsak Thepsuthin has announced the division of responsibilities within the ministry, assigning specific portfolios to the newly appointed deputy ministers. Chaichana Dejdecho will handle drug-related issues, while Anucha Sasomsap will focus on economic development and health. According to Thai News Agency, Somsak expressed confidence in the ability of Chaichana and Anucha to collaborate effectively despite being

Anutin Awaits Teng’s Clarification on PM Vote Strategy

Bangkok: Anutin Charnvirakul, MP for the party list and leader of the Bhumjaithai Party, is seeking clarification from Nattapong Ruangpanyawut, leader of the Prachachon Party, regarding a proposal to support him as prime minister under specific conditions. The proposal involves forming an interim government in exchange for amending the constitution before dissolving parliament and calling for a new election. According

Phumtham Addresses Parliamentary Collapse as Transitional Phase

Bangkok: Phumtham Vejjayachai, the acting Prime Minister of Thailand, addressed the recent collapse of the House of Representatives, describing it as a transitional period rather than a negative occurrence. He emphasized the need for all parties to fulfill their responsibilities during this time. Phumtham, who also serves as Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, stated that he had not

Narumon Acknowledges Klatham’s Candidate for 2nd Deputy Speaker Position

Bangkok: Mrs. Narumon Pinyosinwat, the Minister of Education and leader of the Klatham Party, has confirmed that the Klatham Party is considering a candidate for the role of the 2nd Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives. This decision comes following the resignation of Mr. Paradorn Prisananantakul, an MP from Ang Thong belonging to the Bhumjaithai Party. However, Mrs. Narumon

14 New Ministers Arrive at Government House for Pre-Swearing-In Photo Ops

Bangkok: Joyful scenes unfolded at Government House as 14 new ministers arrived since morning for a series of photo sessions and other formalities before taking their oaths of office. “Athakorn” was the first to arrive, followed by “Prime Minister Paethongtarn,” who is set to lead a special cabinet meeting later in the day to discuss the delegation of duties among

Positive Developments Emerge in Thai-Cambodian Border Tensions

Bangkok: The ongoing tensions along the Thai-Cambodian border have shown signs of positive development as senior leaders from Cambodia have agreed to engage in talks and negotiations with the General Border Committee (GBC). The situation, which had been fraught with challenges, gained attention when Cambodian leader Hun Sen admitted difficulties in managing public opinions that are divided on the matter.

Phumtham Assigned as Acting Prime Minister with Full Authority

Bangkok: The Cabinet has assigned Mr. Phumtham Wechayachai as the acting Prime Minister, granting him the same powers and duties as the Prime Minister. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Jirayu Huangsap, the spokesman of the Prime Minister’s Office, stated that the Cabinet meeting agreed with the proposal from the Office of the Prime Minister. This proposal outlined the assignment