Bangkok: Sakoltee Phatthiyakul, a Member of Parliament from the Democrat Party and Deputy Leader, is vigorously advancing the investigation into the "Tip Father - Tip Mother" case and the cannabis scandal, urging relevant agencies to provide information on suspected hospitals. He is prepared to invoke his authority to summon individuals if cooperation is not forthcoming. Sakoltee is also working on submitting a cannabis control law to enforce its use strictly for medical purposes, aiming to reduce Thailand's image as a cannabis hub. He is ready to investigate Dr. Promthip, questioning the sufficiency of the Ministry of Public Health's explanation that the issue may not be due to mere incorrect data entry.

According to Thai News Agency, Sakoltee, as Chairman of the House of Representatives' Public Health Committee, commented on the progress of the investigation into the issue of "fake fathers" and "fake mothers" impersonating children through hospitals. He pointed out the committee's current limitation of awaiting documents from relevant agencies due to concerns about disclosure. He has requested the names of hospitals under suspicion and the submission of their information to the committee for clarification. In Bangkok alone, the committee is looking into over 500 potential cases of "fake father" involvement but is still awaiting this information. The objective is to identify those responsible, as these actions are believed to be orchestrated by organized groups. Upon obtaining the necessary information, the committee plans to summon relevant agencies for clarification and forward the findings to other authorities, such as the Anti-Money Laundering Committee, to trace the funding sources of these schemes. This effort aims to eradicate illicit funds from all sectors, including public health.

Sakoltee stated that while there is a law granting the power to summon agencies, he hopes to avoid using it. He emphasized that the committee's efforts are not politically motivated but focused on resolving the issue. He expressed readiness to use subpoena powers or invite agencies for weekly meetings if normal requests are insufficient. Initial investigations identified approximately eight private hospitals involved, but this number has now narrowed to nearly twenty. Next week, during the parliamentary session, the "Doctor Promtip" application issue will be addressed, with Sakoltee committed to pursuing the "Doctor Promtip" and "Mother Promtip" cases, suspecting that shady capital is infiltrating every process, even within the public health system, eroding Thai public funds.

Concerning the Doctor Ready app, Sakoltee found the Ministry of Public Health's explanation insufficient, suggesting that the numerous complaints could indicate fraud rather than just a data entry error. The committee plans to invite those involved for further clarification, as this issue affects public trust. He had previously sent a letter inviting the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Public Health for an explanation, emphasizing the importance of sending someone knowledgeable about the matter. Sakoltee noted that the possibility of fraud exists, and there should be a thorough review to prevent future incidents.

Regarding large-scale cannabis smuggling, Sakoltee acknowledged the need to disclose the names of those involved. He plans to send another letter to the Customs Department requesting information on the amount smuggled out or seized. Although the names of individuals who transported the containers are not yet known, conversations suggest foreign involvement, likely with Thai accomplices. The Public Health Committee has established a subcommittee related to cannabis control laws, and this will be their first priority. They are reviewing and amending existing laws, aiming to complete the draft within two weeks before presenting it for political review and consideration.

Sakoltee stated that the legal amendment aims to ensure cannabis is genuinely used for medical purposes and make possession more difficult. He emphasized the importance of tightening controls, as numerous studies show that cannabis consumption by young people can affect their brains and development, potentially facilitating access to other drugs.