Category: Government

Teng Supports Gripen Purchase and Legal Actions Against Cambodia Amid Border Disputes

Bangkok: ‘Teng’ has expressed his support for the Cabinet’s decision to approve the purchase of additional Gripen aircraft, emphasizing his consistent stance on the necessity of a robust weapons budget. He clarified that the ‘People’s Party’ has never blocked necessary military spending, advocating for case-by-case evaluation of defense needs. According

Royal Thai Army Facilitates ICRC Visit to Cambodian POWs

Bangkok: The Royal Thai Army has opened the area for the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) to visit Cambodian prisoners of war, following international procedures and confirming strict adherence to international humanitarian principles. According to Thai News Agency, on August 5, 2015, the Royal Thai Army, in collaboration

Cabinet Approves Second Phase of Economic Stimulus Measures to Boost Competitiveness

Bangkok: Chulaphan revealed that the Cabinet has approved the second phase of the economic stimulus project to enhance competitiveness. He indicated that the remaining 20 billion baht is awaiting consideration by the Economic Stimulus Committee, which expects to allocate the funds to those affected by US taxpayers. According to Thai

Royal Thai Air Force to Sign Contract for Gripen Fighter Jets with Sweden

Bangkok: The Air Force Commander is set to sign a contract with Sweden to purchase Gripen fighter jets on August 25th. The Royal Thai Navy is also preparing to explain its plans for a submarine engine replacement and the approval of a frigate purchase project after the Cabinet’s recent endorsement

Cabinet Approves Compensation for Border Incident Victims and Establishes Fake News Committee

Bangkok: The Cabinet has approved compensation for each person who died in the Thai-Cambodian border conflict, amounting to 8-10 million baht. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, acting Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai, confirmed the government’s decision after a cabinet meeting, emphasizing the agenda, “Overcoming Two Crises and Moving Forward