Category: Government

People’s Party MPs Question Surawong Over Half-Price Travel Program in Thailand

Bangkok: People’s Party MPs have raised concerns with the Minister of Tourism and Sports, Mr. Surawong Thienthong, regarding the budget allocation and operational issues of Thailand’s half-price travel program. The MPs pressed for details on the expenditure and accountability in case of any damages stemming from the program. Surawong assured

Thaksin Criticizes Cambodian Leader’s Ethics Amid Thai Political Tensions

Bangkok: Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra recently criticized the ethics of a Cambodian leader, while simultaneously addressing the Thai public’s perception of their own governance. During a special lecture organized by MCOT Public Company Limited, Thaksin expressed his concerns about the current political climate in Thailand and the nation’s internal

Phumtham Calls for Amendment of Sangha Law to Address Monastic Misconduct

Bangkok: Phumtham Wechayachai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, emphasized the necessity to amend the Sangha law in response to recent issues concerning monks’ misconduct. He revealed that the Supreme Patriarch has mandated decisive measures to address defamatory acts committed by monks. Phumtham has already discussed the matter with

Region 2 Army Confirms Security Commitment Amidst Ongoing Mine Investigation

Ubon ratchathani: The 2nd Army has reaffirmed its dedication to maintaining security in border areas while awaiting the results of an official analysis concerning a recent landmine incident. The analysis, expected to take 2-3 days, aims to ensure accuracy and avoid public confusion. According to Thai News Agency, on July

National Legislative Assembly Clarifies Budget Allocation for Local Administrative Organizations

Bangkok: The National Legislative Assembly has issued a document clarifying that the budget allocation for local administrative organizations is appropriate. The Department of Local Administration (DLA) has released a statement denying claims that Provincial Administrative Organizations (PAOs) and tambon administrative organizations received a budget of up to 700 million baht.

Central Administrative Court Dismisses Case Against NBTC Chairman Over Disciplinary Probe

Bangkok: The Central Administrative Court has dismissed a lawsuit against the NBTC Chairman, Dr. Saran Boonbaichaipruk, for not initiating a disciplinary investigation against Trairat Viriyasirikul, the Deputy Secretary-General and Acting Secretary-General of the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC). The case was brought by Air Chief Marshal Thanapan Haraijaroen and