Month: August 2025

People’s Party Criticizes 2016 Agriculture Budget for Practical Inefficiencies

Bangkok: The House of Representatives continued its discussion on the 2016 budget, with members of the People’s Party expressing concerns over the Ministry of Agriculture’s allocations. They critiqued the budget’s applicability to the practical needs of Thai farmers, particularly questioning the necessity of the Central Market Project in Phayao given

Thailand Calls for Global Attention on Cambodian Landmine Activities

Bangkok: Thailand urged the world to keep a close eye on Cambodia after it continued to lay landmines against Thai soldiers. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is preparing to lead a diplomatic mission to Ubon Ratchathani and Sisaket this Saturday. The army is ready to deploy military observers on August

Chiang Rai By-Election Preparations in Full Swing

Chiang rai: The Election Commission is gearing up for the upcoming Chiang Rai by-election scheduled for September 14th. According to Thai News Agency, the Election Commission (EC) chairman, Mr. Itthiphon Boonprakong, expressed confidence in the arrangements made for the by-election in Chiang Rai Constituency 7. He mentioned that registration for

Itthiphon Asserts Transparency in Senate Collusion Investigation

Bangkok: Itthiphon Boonprakong has emphasized the transparency and thoroughness of the investigation into alleged collusion in the selection of senators, ensuring that the process is fair. He highlighted that the 26-member committee has already compiled a comprehensive case involving numerous individuals and extensive evidence, which has been submitted to the

Second Army Region Commander Declines Border Checkpoint Reopening Until Retirement

Bangkok: The Second Army Region Commander has asserted that the border checkpoint will remain closed until his retirement, emphasizing the need for continued security measures. In preparation for discussions with the regional RBC, he is focusing on landmine monitoring, patrol strategy adjustments, and the deployment of special equipment. He strongly

Army Area 2 Commander Confirms Retirement and Discusses Border Security Efforts

Bangkok: The Second Army Region Commander, Lt. Gen. Boonsin Phadklang, has confirmed his retirement on September 30th, expressing gratitude for the support received for an extension. He emphasized that there is no conflict with the government, highlighting that both entities are fulfilling their respective duties. In his statement, he also

Cambodian Workers Return to Thailand Via Natural Channels Amid Legal Extensions

Bangkok: Cambodian workers are flooding back to Thailand through natural channels after being tricked into returning. Recently, the Ministry of Interior and the Ministry of Industry have granted a six-month extension to Cambodian workers, eliminating the need to cross the border to extend their stay, for humanitarian reasons. According to