Month: October 2025

Prit Calls for Amending Section 156 to Enable New Constitution Drafting

Bangkok: “Prit” has voiced support for amending Section 156, aiming to facilitate the creation of a new constitution. He argues that the 2017 constitution lacks legitimacy and stresses the importance of returning power to the people. According to Thai News Agency, the joint parliamentary session recently convened to consider urgent

Jurin Laksanawisit Reiterates Stance Against Amending Core Constitutional Chapters

Bangkok: Mr. Jurin Laksanawisit, a party-list Member of Parliament for the Democrat Party, has reiterated his firm stance on constitutional amendments, emphasizing that any changes must not affect Chapters 1 and 2. In a recent parliamentary session, Mr. Jurin outlined four key points regarding the drafting of a new constitution,

Anutin Denies Political Motives Behind Ministry of Interior Official Transfers

Bangkok: Anutin Charnvorakul, Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior, has denied claims that the recent transfer of 45 high-ranking officials from the Ministry of Interior is linked to political retaliation between the “Blue-Red” factions. According to Thai News Agency, the Prime Minister addressed concerns following the Cabinet’s decision to

Anutin Emphasizes Principles in Interior Ministry Appointments

Bangkok: Anutin Charnvirakul, the Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, has reiterated that the recent appointments within the Interior Ministry will adhere to a set of three guiding principles: restoring fairness, utilizing the right people for the appropriate roles, and upholding morality. These principles are set to guide the appointment

Cabinet Approves 455 Million Baht Budget for 2025 SEA Games and ASEAN Para Games

Bangkok: The Cabinet has approved a budget of 455,962,200 baht for hosting the 33rd SEA Games and the 13th ASEAN Para Games in 2025. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Siripong Angkasakulkiat, Government Spokesperson, announced that the Cabinet meeting approved the allocation of funds from the 2026 fiscal year budget,

Cabinet Approves New Political Appointments in Prime Minister’s Office

Bangkok: Mr. Siripong Angkasakulkiat, spokesman for the Prime Minister’s Office, revealed that the Cabinet meeting approved the proposal from the Office of the Prime Minister to appoint five individuals to political positions. According to Thai News Agency, the approved appointments include Mr. Sompop Phongsawang as Advisor to the Deputy Prime

Anutin Switches to Personal Car Due to Noise Issues from Official Vehicle

Bangkok: Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Anutin Charnvirakul explained his decision to switch to a personal vehicle, citing noise issues from the official car used during General Prayut Chan-o-cha’s tenure. The loud oxygen supply from the vehicle reportedly drained the battery, prompting the switch. According to Thai News Agency,