Day: July 16, 2025

Royal Thai Army Clarifies Phu Makhuea Dispute with Cambodian Military

Bangkok: The Royal Thai Army has clarified that the Cambodian military did not unilaterally seize the contested area of Phu Makhuea, emphasizing that the ongoing issue would be resolved through peaceful means. Phu Makhuea is a region claimed by both Thailand and Cambodia, and the Thai military remains committed to

Deputy Minister Criticizes Unequal Distribution of 157 Billion Baht Stimulus Budget

Bangkok: “Dech Isam” has voiced concerns over the distribution of the 157 billion baht economic stimulus budget, describing it as overly concentrated to an unsatisfactory extent. During a cabinet meeting, Decha Isara Khaothong, Deputy Minister of Interior and Secretary-General of the Democrat Party, openly criticized the allocation, especially its focus

Phumtham Acknowledges Discrepancies in Economic Stimulus Budget Documentation

Bangkok: Phumtham Wechayachai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, has disclosed discrepancies in the signing of documents by Anutin Charnvirakul, with documents not matching those entered in the system. According to Thai News Agency, Phumtham admitted to allocating local budgets in line with new economic stimulus projects following findings

Phumtham Urges Patience Amidst Cambodia’s Provocative Actions

Bangkok: Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, Mr. Phumtham Vejjayachai, acting prime minister, addressed the recent tensions at Prasat Ta Muen Thom in Surin province, expressing dissatisfaction with Cambodia’s actions. He urged both the Thai public and military to exercise patience and restraint in response to provocations, advising against

Crackdown on E-Cigarettes and Illegal Cigarettes Intensified in Thailand

Bangkok: The Thai government is intensifying its crackdown on e-cigarettes and illegal cigarettes, aiming to prevent their entry into the country. Mr. Jirayu Huangsap, spokesman of the Prime Minister’s Office and advisor to the Prime Minister, disclosed that the Thai Tobacco Trade Association, in collaboration with the network of tobacco

Chaiwat Reiterates Palang Pracharath Party’s Stance Against Draft Amnesty Bill

Bangkok: “Chaiwat” reiterates the Palang Pracharath Party’s clear resolution not to accept any draft amnesty bill. “Chaiwat” believes that the draft of the amnesty bill that will be passed must not contain the amnesty content, Section 112, reiterates the resolution of the Palang Pracharath Party clearly not to accept any

Phumtham Opens Village Defense Volunteers’ Event in Sisaket: No Political Agenda

Sisaket: Phumtham Vejjayachai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, visited Sisaket to inaugurate the Village Defense Volunteers’ Association event, asserting that the visit held no political significance and was unrelated to the by-election. He emphasized his role as acting prime minister and minister of interior, stating that he was

‘Chiang Mai’ Takes the No. 1 Spot as the Best City in Asia

Chiang mai: Deputy government spokesman reveals “Chiang Mai” has won the number 1 spot for the best city in Asia from the rankings of the website Travel + Leisure, while Bangkok is ranked 3rd, reflecting Thailand’s tourism potential at the international level. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Sasikarn Wattanachan,