Bangkok: Mr. Wan Muhammad Noor Matha, President of the House of Representatives, expressed his satisfaction with the first day of the 69 budget debate, highlighting the preparedness and usefulness of the information presented. Despite the absence of MPs, ministers, and the Prime Minister from the meeting room, they were able to follow the discussions via television and radio. He noted

Bangkok: Dr. Tul Sitthisamwong has confirmed that no one in the Medical Council chat group responded affirmatively to controversial statements. Dr. Tul, a political activist, academic, and Thai doctor, addressed the media concerning claims made by Mr. Thaksin Shinawatra, the former Prime Minister, who accused the Medical Council of lacking ethics. Mr. Thaksin alleged that some individuals in the group

Bangkok: ‘iLaw-People’s Network’ issued a statement urging senators to cease selecting independent organizations, citing ongoing investigations by the Election Commission (EC) and National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) into alleged collusion in senator selection. The network aims to amplify public voices and prevent power misuse in self-investigations. According to Thai News Agency, the People’s Network for Drafting the Constitution and iLaw organized

Bangkok: “Pichet” gets angry and explains that the “Parliamentary Budget” can be inspected, emphasizing that the allocation depends on the committee and urging not to demolish their own house. ‘Rakchanok’ agrees, stating her embarrassment due to uncertainty about having enough power. According to Thai News Agency, during a meeting at the Parliament building to discuss the draft of the 2026

Bangkok: In a heated parliamentary session, Mr. Pichet Chueamuangphan, the first deputy speaker of the House of Representatives, expressed his frustration regarding the scrutiny and criticism of the parliamentary budget. He explained that the budget could indeed be audited and emphasized the importance of maintaining transparency. According to Thai News Agency, the controversy arose when Ms. Rakchanok Srinok, an MP

Bangkok: “Phao Bhum” has defended the government’s preparation of the 2026 budget, emphasizing its foundation on responsibility and fiscal discipline. The government has acknowledged a limited budgetary margin, with only one-quarter of funds available for discretionary use due to a high regular expenditure budget, which has been adjusted to 70.1%, marking the lowest level in 18 years. According to Thai

Bangkok: “Phao Bhum” maintains that the government has responsibly prepared the 2016 budget, adhering to a framework of fiscal discipline, despite criticisms from the opposition. The government acknowledges that only a quarter of the remaining funds are available for use due to a high regular budget but highlights an adjustment down to 70.1%, the lowest in 18 years. According to

Bangkok: Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra criticized the Medical Council for lacking ethics after leaked LINE messages from the council showed derogatory remarks about him before a resolution was reached. He suggested that Public Health Minister Somsak Thepsuthin has all the necessary information but needs more time to consider it. According to Thai News Agency, Thaksin expressed his disapproval of