Category: Government

Suriya Apologizes for Delay in 20-Baht Electric Train Fare Implementation

Bangkok: Suriya Juangroongruangkit, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Transport, has issued an apology to the public for the delay in implementing the 20-baht flat-rate electric train fare, which has yet to receive approval from Parliament. He emphasized that the focus of the Senate is on the public interest rather

Wisut Expresses Hope for Paetongtarn Amid Hun Sen Audio Clip Case

Bangkok: Wisut Chainarun, a Pheu Thai Party list MP and party MP chairman, has expressed his hope that Paetongtarn Shinawatra will overcome the legal challenges posed by the audio clip case involving a conversation with Cambodian Senate President Samdech Hun Sen. He urged those aspiring to become prime minister to

Bhumtham Expresses Concerns Over Cambodian Border Agreement

Bangkok: Bhumtham, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, who is also acting as the Prime Minister, expressed his concerns regarding the Thai-Cambodian border agreement during a meeting with the Thai-Cambodian Regional Border Committee (RBC) led by the Second Army Region. He revealed his apprehensions about Cambodia potentially making

Royal Thai Army Investigates Old Video of Soldier Abuse

Bangkok: An old video has resurfaced showing a soldier abusing his subordinates, prompting the Royal Thai Army to impose punishment and initiate further investigation into the incident. The video, released by the Royal Thai Army on August 25th, highlights an event from August 21, 2015, where a soldier was seen

Electric Train Flat Fare Initiative Launches Registration via Thang Rath App

Bangkok: Registration has commenced for the “20 Baht All-Round Electric Train” initiative through the “Thang Rath” app, offering unrestricted access to electric trains across all lines for a flat fare. This scheme is available to all, with no limitations on eligibility, time, or ride frequency. According to Thai News Agency,

Natthaphong and Team Face 300 Million Baht Lawsuit from Energy Giant

Bangkok: Natthaphong Ruangpanyawut, alongside fellow members of the Prachachon Party, appeared in court to face a lawsuit brought against them by a major energy company, amounting to over 300 million baht. The lawsuit follows their vocal criticisms regarding Thailand’s electricity tariffs, which they attribute to the policy missteps of previous

Royal Thai Army Responds to Cambodia’s Obstruction of Barbed Wire Installation

Bangkok: The Royal Thai Army has addressed recent tensions involving Cambodian interference with the installation of barbed wire at Ban Nong Chan, affirming that the operation was conducted within Thai territory and does not represent an escalation of the ongoing dispute. They highlighted Cambodia’s persistent violations of MOU 43 and

Royal Thai Army Enhances Border Defense with New Drone Technology

Bangkok: The Royal Thai Army has significantly bolstered its border defense capabilities with the acquisition of advanced drone and anti-drone technology, thanks to a substantial donation from the Land Guard Foundation. The donation, valued at over 60 million baht, aims to enhance the defense operations along the Thai-Cambodian border. According