Category: Government

Phumtham Reiterates MOU43 Agreement for Adjusting Forces in Chong Bok Conflict Zone

Bangkok: Mr. Phumtham Wechayachai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense, addressed claims made by Mr. Somchai Srisutthiyakorn regarding a supposed agreement allowing Cambodian soldiers to station at Ta Muen Thom Temple. He emphasized that the MOU43 agreement would be used to adjust forces in the conflict area of Chong

Gen. Prawit Challenges Paethongtarn to Stand with the People Amid Thai-Cambodian Tensions

Bangkok: ‘Gen. Prawit’ has questioned Paethongtarn’s courage to stand with the people following a leaked clip of the Cambodian leader’s orders to hunt dissidents on Thai soil. This situation has sparked significant concern over Thailand’s perceived weakness. According to Thai News Agency, Gen Prawit Wongsuwan, leader of the Palang Pracharath

Thawee Confident in Government’s Ability to Pass 2016 Budget

Bangkok: Pol. Col. Thawee Sodsong, Minister of Justice and leader of the Prachachat Party, expressed confidence in the government’s ability to secure enough votes to pass the 2016 budget. He emphasized that recent discussions with coalition parties focused on public welfare rather than political positions or personal matters, underscoring a

Nakarin Troubled by Audio Clip but Committed to Duty

Bangkok: “Nakarin,” President of the Constitutional Court, expressed his concerns but emphasized his commitment to assessing the audio clip involving “PM-Hun Sen.” He refrained from confirming whether a resolution would be reached by July 1st, noting that it is not always necessary to halt duties. According to Thai News Agency,

Anutin Questions Pheu Thai’s Claims of Improved Interior Ministry

Bangkok: Anutin Charnvirakul, leader of the Bhumjaithai Party, expressed skepticism regarding recent claims by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense Phumtham Vejjayachai. Phumtham, who currently oversees the Ministry of Interior, stated that the Ministry under the Pheu Thai Party’s administration is better than its predecessors. Anutin responded with laughter,

Cabinet Approves Budget Framework for 33rd SEA Games and 13th ASEAN Para Games

Bangkok: The cabinet has given the green light for a budget framework dedicated to hosting the prestigious 33rd SEA Games and the 13th ASEAN Para Games in Thailand, with a total allocation of 2,055 million baht. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Anukul Prueksanusak, the deputy government spokesman, announced the

Senate Member Calls for Permanent Border Closure with Cambodia

Bangkok: The resolution of the border issue hinges on the leader’s orders, stated Mr. Alongkot Woraki, a member of the Senate. In an interview, he emphasized that the Senate is unconcerned with the appearance of the new cabinet, considering it a matter for the executive branch. Instead, he stressed that