Internal Affairs

Sirikanya Challenges Government on Budget Allocation Amid Economic Concerns

Bangkok: Sirikanya Tansakul of the Prachachon Party has issued a strong challenge to the government, urging the distribution of 20,000 baht to citizens ahead of the election regardless of circumstances, criticizing the current budget allocation as ineffective in addressing key economic issues. According to Thai News Agency, during the House of Representatives meeting focused on the draft budget for fiscal

Thammanat Urges Political Self-Reflection Amid Cabinet Reshuffle Speculations

Bangkok: Lt. Col. Thammanat Prompao, an MP for Phayao and an advisor to the Kla Tham Party, has emphasized the importance of political self-reflection and adaptation in response to recent speculations about a potential cabinet reshuffle. He stated that politicians should not be overly attached to their public images and should continuously assess their actions to ensure survival in the

Thai Sang Thai Party Stirs Chaos in House Over Budget Committee Nominations

Bangkok: The House of Representatives was thrown into disarray as the Thai Sang Thai Party proposed competing members for the budget committee, leading to a brief suspension of proceedings. The confusion was sparked during the nomination process for the 2026 budget expenditure committee, where two candidates were unexpectedly put forward by different factions. According to Thai News Agency, the situation

Prasert Confirms Alignment of Water Management Strategy with Government Plan

Bangkok: Prasert has confirmed that the government’s water management strategy aligns with its strategic plan, emphasizing the use of the central budget to support integrated efforts for sustainability. The online crime suppression unit has also achieved significant recognition by elevating the AOC to the level of receiving a UNESCO award. The government plans to propose the ‘Draft Meteorological Act’ to

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.

Somsak Clarifies Thai Traditional Medicine Center Construction in Sukhothai

Bangkok: Somsak Thepsuthin, the Minister of Public Health, has elucidated details surrounding the construction of a Thai traditional medicine center in Khiri Mas District, Sukhothai Province, emphasizing that the initiative carries no personal benefits and aims to address the shortage of doctors in state hospitals. The project seeks to accommodate medical students from private and international universities, although it may

Anutin Remains Silent on Coalition Government Withdrawal Amid Interior Ministry Tensions

Bangkok: Anutin Charnvirakul, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, has kept the media and the public guessing about his future in the coalition government. This comes after former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra reportedly pushed to take over the Interior Ministry, a move that has stirred political waters. According to Thai News Agency, Anutin, who also leads the Bhumjaithai