Category: Government

Senate Delays Formation of Four Special Committees Amid Allocation Concerns

Bangkok: The Senate postponed consideration of the establishment of four special committees. In a recent Senate meeting, chaired by General Kriangkrai Srirak, First Vice President of the Senate, it was decided to delay the establishment of these committees. The proposer highlighted that the allocation of committee members has not been

Suchart Pushes for Legal Amendments to Penalize Sexual Misconduct in Temples

Bangkok: “Suchart” has reiterated that temples are prohibited from holding more than 100,000 baht, and is expediting amendments to the law to punish sexual intercourse. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Suchart Tancharoen, Minister attached to the Prime Minister’s Office, is spearheading efforts to amend Section 206 of the Criminal

Palang Pracharath Party Stands Firm Against Amnesty Bills

Bangkok: The Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP) has reiterated its resolution to oppose any amnesty bills being considered by the House of Representatives. Mr. Akara Thongchaisod, the deputy spokesman of the PPRP, confirmed that the party, under the leadership of Gen. Prawit Wongsuwan, will not accept any of the draft amnesty

US Budget Cut for Refugee Camps Raises Concerns in Thailand

Bangkok: Mr. Phumtham Vejjayachai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, has expressed concerns over the United States’ decision to cut the budget for refugee camps. He emphasized that while the issue needs to be addressed, it is crucial to consider the burden on Thailand. According to Thai News Agency,

Ekaporn Raksuksuk Appointed New Pheu Thai Party-list MP

Bangkok: Ekaporn Raksuksuk, the new Pheu Thai Party-list MP, has been appointed to replace Suchart Tancharoen. Reporters revealed that on July 15, the Royal Gazette announced the decision by the Secretariat of the House of Representatives to appoint the next individual on the party list as an MP. This appointment

Palang Pracharath Party Warns of Economic Impact from US Tariff Increase

Bangkok: The Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP) has raised concerns about the potential economic repercussions of a newly imposed 36% tariff on Thai products by the United States, effective from August 1. The party warns that this move could significantly impact Thai workers and the broader economy, urging the government to