Bangkok: Keep an eye on “Phumtham” acting as the Prime Minister, leading the Cabinet meeting to consider withdrawing the Entertainment Bill – checking if people do not have smartphones, while the Ministry of Transport is preparing to propose 20 baht flat-rate electric trains, while the Ministry of Interior is proposing the appointment and transfer of high-ranking civil servants.
According to Thai News Agency, the Cabinet meeting today was chaired by Mr. Phumtham Vejjayachai, Deputy Prime Minister and Acting Prime Minister. The meeting aimed to approve the assignment and delegation of authority to Deputy Prime Ministers and Ministers attached to the Prime Minister’s Office, allowing them to act on behalf of the Prime Minister and supervise various government agencies, state enterprises, and public organizations.
The agenda includes significant proposals, such as the Ministry of Finance’s plan to withdraw the draft bill on the Integrated Entertainment Venue Act. This withdrawal aligns with the legal process, as the government whip prepares to remove the bill from the parliament’s agenda. Initially scheduled for a first reading on July 9, 2025, the bill’s withdrawal aims to ensure public understanding of the benefits of integrated entertainment venues in Thailand and to avoid potential parliamentary rejection due to governmental stability concerns.
Additionally, the Ministry of Finance has proposed a project to register individuals without smartphones. The Ministry of Transport has suggested implementing a maximum fare rate of 20 baht for the entire electric train line (Phase 2) and presented negotiation outcomes regarding aviation agreements with Jordan and India.
The Ministry of Labor has proposed relaxing regulations for Myanmar migrant workers, allowing them to stay temporarily in the Kingdom, following an extension granted by the Cabinet Resolution on February 4, 2025.
The Ministry of Defense seeks additional budget support, while the National Economic and Social Development Council (NESDC) suggests extending the cooperation project between the Thai government and UNDP for operating the Regional Innovation Center, Bangkok – UNDP (RIC) or the Thailand Policy Laboratory (TPLab). The NESDC also presented results from the 1/2025 meeting of the Steering Committee for Thailand’s OECD accession.
The National Human Rights Commission of Thailand (NHRC) recommends legal amendments concerning the Ministerial Regulation on Drug Addicts Treatment B.E. 2565 and guidelines for officials managing the treatment process for drug addicts.
The Office of the Cabinet Secretariat (O.C.C.) provided a legal status report as of July 3, 2025.
Furthermore, the Ministry of Interior plans to propose the transfer of four high-ranking civil servants. The expected transfers include Mr. Chaiwat Junthiraphong to inspector, Mr. Narucha Khosasivilai to inspector, Mr. Nirat Phongsitthaworn to Director-General of the Department of Provincial Administration, and Pol. Lt. Phopchanok Chalanukroh to Director-General of the Department of Local Administration Promotion.
The cabinet meeting is also expected to address the progress following US President Donald Trump’s announcement of a 36% tariff rate effective from August 1.