Category: Government

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul Visits Laos to Promote Cooperation in Key Sectors

Vientiane: Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul made his first visit to the Lao People’s Democratic Republic, promoting cooperation in security, economics, and transportation, with a target trade value of 11 billion dollars by 2027. According to Thai News Agency, the visit signifies a strategic effort to strengthen bilateral relations and enhance

Thailand and Laos Collaborate to Tackle Drug Issues and Human Trafficking

Bangkok: Thailand and Laos held comprehensive discussions to address drug problems, online human trafficking, and the suppression of precursor substances. The meeting also focused on the facilitation of cross-border transport with the upcoming 5th Friendship Bridge, aiming for a trade value of $11 billion by 2027. This initiative is expected

OBEC Faces Scrutiny Over Unpaid Royalties and Outstanding Debt

Bangkok: OBEC recently found itself in a confusing situation after it demanded debt repayment from its own trading organization, which has been in arrears regarding textbook royalties since 2016. The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) addressed the issue, revealing that the Office of the Basic Education Commission (OBEC) is owed over

Thailand, United States, and South Korea Strengthen Coordination to Combat Scammers

Bangkok: Thailand, the United States, and South Korea have intensified their collaboration to tackle the rising problem of scams and call center gangs operating across borders. A spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs highlighted the continuous efforts by these countries to combat transnational crime, emphasizing their readiness to cooperate

South Korean President Praises Thailand in Call with Prime Minister Anutin

Bangkok: South Korean President Prawit Wongsuwan has expressed his pleasure in a phone conversation with Thailand’s Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, praising Thailand as a friendly nation and expressing readiness to collaborate on developing comprehensive economic partnership cooperation. The South Korean leader looks forward to meeting Anutin at the upcoming ASEAN-APEC

Security Committee Probes Corruption Allegations Against Petty Officer Yot Singh

Bangkok: The Security Committee of the House of Representatives has convened to address corruption allegations involving Petty Officer 1st Class Yot Singh. This follows the National Anti-Corruption Commission’s (NACC) findings of his guilt, which were later dismissed by the court. Meanwhile, other defendants in the case have been found guilty,

Strengthening Comprehensive Relations Between Thailand and Laos

Bangkok: The strengthening of Thai-Lao relations in all aspects, pushing for connectivity in transportation, energy, and the regional economy to grow sustainably. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Transport, Mr. Pipat, addressed the direction of cooperation between Thailand and the Lao People’s Democratic Republic during his official visit to Laos