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Chusak Acknowledges Money and Women as Key Issues for Temple Disputes

Nakhon Ratchasima: “Chusak” has openly admitted that money and women are the primary factors causing problems within temples, emphasizing the necessity for clear accounting practices. According to Thai News Agency, MPs from the People’s Party have suggested that the Office of Buddhism enforce standardized, transparent, and auditable financial records for temples. ‘Chusak’ acknowledged these issues, highlighting the Office of Buddhism’s

Prime Minister Receives Report on Kok River Water Quality Improvements

Bangkok: The Prime Minister received a report on solving the Kok River problem. The situation has improved. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is coordinating with neighboring countries and is ready to implement measures to address water quality in all dimensions for the local population. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Sasikarn Wattanachan, Deputy Government Spokesperson, announced that Prime Minister Ms.

Chadda Warns Government: Implement 10,000 Baht Digital Handout or Face PM Teng’s Arrival

Bangkok: “Chadda” has issued a stern warning to the government, stating that if they fail to distribute the proposed 10,000 baht handout, “PM Teng” will inevitably take charge. He emphasized that if current leadership cannot fulfill this promise, a change in leadership should occur. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Chatda Thaiset, a Member of Parliament for Uthai Thani from

Ministers Absent on Final Day of 69th Budget Debate Amid Land Reform Concerns

Bangkok: The final day of the 69th budget debate was notably quiet, with no ministers present during the morning session. This absence followed former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra’s remarks advocating for the Ministry of Interior to return under the Pheu Thai Party’s control. The debate, chaired by House Speaker Mr. Wan Muhammad Noor Matha, focused on the fiscal year 2026

Anutin Denies Concerns Over Thaksin’s Demand for Interior Ministry Seat

Bangkok: Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Anutin Charnvirakul has dismissed addressing questions regarding former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra’s demand for the Interior Ministry seat, asserting that he continues to work diligently. When approached by reporters at the parliament, where he was present for a vote on the 2026 budget bill, Anutin claimed to have a “stomachache” and avoided

Digital Wallet Money Distribution Phase 3 Postponed Indefinitely, Reveals Deputy Prime Minister

Bangkok: Pichai Chunhavajira, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, announced that the distribution of digital wallet money for Phase 3 will be postponed indefinitely. The decision comes without a set timeline, although reasons for the delay have been cited. According to Thai News Agency, Pichai addressed remarks made by former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra, who suggested that the Ministry

Names of ’73 Arahants’ Revealed for 2026 Budget Bill Discussion

Bangkok: Revealing the names of the “73 Arahants” who are set to discuss the draft of the 2026 budget bill, with the first meeting scheduled for June 9, 2025. The meeting will decide on the chairman and vice chairman and outline the framework for their work. According to Thai News Agency, the list of the special committee considering the draft

Chuan Criticizes Police for Inadequate Aircraft Maintenance Budget

Bangkok: Chuan Leekpai, a Member of Parliament from the Democrat Party, has raised concerns over the Royal Thai Police’s handling of its aircraft maintenance budget following two helicopter crashes within one month that resulted in the deaths of nine skilled officers. The incidents highlight, according to Chuan, systemic issues in the allocation and management of maintenance funds for police helicopters.