Internal Affairs

Thailand to Close Border Checkpoints Amid Thai-Cambodian Tensions

Bangkok: Thailand is preparing to announce the closure of six Thai-Cambodian border crossings, ten relaxation points, and the Preah Vihear tourist spot in response to escalating tensions after Cambodia promoted a nationalist movement urging citizens not to purchase Thai products. According to Thai News Agency, the situation intensified after a clash between Thai and Cambodian soldiers in the Chong Bok

Bhumjaithai Party to Support 2026 Budget Bill Despite Thaksin’s Remarks

Bangkok: “Pipat” confirms that Bhumjaithai will not reject the draft of the 2016 budget bill. Pipat insists that Bhumjaithai will not reject the draft of the 69 budget bill, insists on casting votes for the whole party because it is polite, ignores “Thaksin’s” words to reclaim the Interior Ministry, insists that it has no effect. According to Thai News Agency,

Pichet to Face Constitutional Court Investigation Over Alleged Budget Violation

Bangkok: “Pichet” Chueamuangphan, the First Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, has expressed his readiness to face an investigation after the People’s Party announced plans to file a complaint with the Constitutional Court, alleging a violation of Section 144. The controversy centers around accusations of improper budget management for field trips, with Mr. Pichet maintaining there has been no

Pipat Allocates Increased Budget for Labor Skills Development Amid Budget Debates

Bangkok: Pipat Ratchakitprakarn, Minister of Labor, has addressed concerns over budget allocations within the Ministry of Labor, emphasizing the need to enhance labor skills both domestically and for export. The Department of Skill Development has received a notable budget increase, while the social security budget has seen reductions. This budgetary decision aligns with efforts to develop labor skills in areas

MP Phanthil Declines Parliament Tour with Deputy Speaker Pichet Amid Budget Concerns

Bangkok: MP Phanthil Nuamchim has publicly stated his decision to decline an invitation to tour the parliament with Mr. Pichet Chueamuangphan, citing ongoing concerns about budget allocations and potential constitutional violations. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Phanthil, representing Bangkok from the Prachachon Party, emphasized that joining Mr. Pichet, MP for Chiang Rai and First Deputy Speaker of the House

Prime Minister’s Sore Throat Before Crucial Budget Vote

Bangkok: The Prime Minister arrived at the Parliament building ahead of a pivotal vote on the draft budget bill 69. This event marked the final day of deliberations before the initial vote to approve or reject the 2026 fiscal budget bill. According to Thai News Agency, the Prime Minister, Ms. Paethongtarn Shinawatra, entered the House of Representatives meeting at 2:50

‘Minister Jiraporn’ Presents ‘Bangkok Pride Awards 2025’

Bangkok: The Minister of the Prime Minister’s Office presented the Bangkok Pride Awards 2025 to promote gender equality to individuals, organizations, actors, actresses, and politicians, totaling 11 categories and 25 awards. According to Thai News Agency, at 5:30 p.m., Ms. Jiraporn Sindhuphrai, Minister to the Prime Minister’s Office, presided over the opening ceremony of the Bangkok Pride Awards 2025 voting