Day: August 13, 2025

Thailand Attracts Significant Foreign Investment in First Half of 2025

Bangkok: Foreign investors have shown a robust interest in Thailand, with 502 companies investing in the nation during the first half of 2025. The total investment amounted to 111.506 billion baht, highlighting Thailand’s appeal as an investment destination. According to Thai News Agency, Deputy Government Spokesperson Anukul Prueksanusak stated that

Teng Criticizes 2016 Budget Readings for Lack of Depth and Thoroughness

Bangkok: Teng voiced strong criticism against the government’s handling of the 2016 budget, particularly targeting the second and third readings for their perceived lack of depth and thoroughness. He highlighted that a significant portion of the budget was allocated to building construction, road construction, and canal digging. While he did

People’s Party and Prachachon Party Set to Compete in Chiang Rai By-Election

Bangkok: The People’s Party has officially announced its decision to field candidates in the upcoming Chiang Rai by-election. Teng, a representative of the People’s Party, confirmed his participation but requested that his name remain confidential for the time being. He also mentioned that there has been no communication with the

Maris Dismisses Cambodia’s UN Complaint, Urges Sincerity in Demining Efforts

Bangkok: Maris Sengiampong, Thailand’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, has dismissed Cambodia’s complaint to the United Nations, which accuses Thailand of violating a ceasefire agreement. Maris mocked the absence of discussion on the issue, stating his belief that the UN understands the situation. He revealed discussions with friendly countries, noting Cambodia’s

House of Representatives Begins Budget Debate with 8.92 Billion Baht Cut

Bangkok: The House of Representatives discussed the budget for the first time in 69 days. Pichai explained that the budget was cut by 8.92 billion baht. The House of Representatives has begun its first day of budget debate. Pichai explained the committee’s report that the 8.92 billion baht budget cut

Bhumtham to Sue Academics Over Comments on Leg Amputation Incident

Bangkok: “Bhumtham,” identified as Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior Phumtham Wechayachai, has announced plans to take legal action against academics who allegedly made inflammatory remarks about a Thai soldier’s leg amputation. Phumtham emphasized the importance of words not causing division and expressed his determination to address such

Paethongtarn Shinawatra Visits Parliament to Support MPs in Budget Bill Debate

Bangkok: Paethongtarn Shinawatra, the Prime Minister and Minister of Culture, visited Parliament to offer encouragement to Members of Parliament (MPs) as they engaged in discussions concerning the draft 2016 budget bill. Arriving at 12:25 PM, Ms. Paethongtarn, who is also the leader of the Pheu Thai Party, was seen smiling

Prit Advocates for Agency Mergers to Streamline Civil Service System

Bangkok: “Prit” has suggested merging agencies to reduce redundancy within the civil service system. According to Thai News Agency, Prit emphasized that the 2016 budget fails to adequately prepare for the looming economic crisis. He proposed merging agencies to minimize duplication in the bureaucracy. Mr. Pris Wacharasindhu, a party-list MP

Election Commission of Thailand Accelerates Senate Collusion Case Investigation

Bangkok: The Election Commission of Thailand (ECT) is accelerating its investigation into the alleged collusion among senators, dispelling reports of an eight-month delay. The ECT president clarified that the timeline being discussed was merely an explanation of legal procedures, anticipating an earlier resolution than initially expected. The ECT emphasized the