Category: Government

Mongkol Remains Silent on Allegations of Collusion in Senate Selection

Bangkok: “Mongkol” keeps his mouth shut, does not answer questions about collusion in selecting the Senate. After the Senate held a press conference and addressed questions on the government’s call to convene a special parliamentary session concerning the conflict situation along the Thailand-Cambodia border, reporters sought answers regarding the ongoing

“People’s Democratic Reform Committee” Proposes Budget Cuts for 2026

Bangkok: The People’s Democratic Reform Committee has introduced four proposals aimed at reducing unnecessary budget allocations for 2026. Mr. Phrits Wacharasindhu, along with Ms. Sirikanya Tansakul and Ms. Rakchanok Srinok of the Prachachon Party, emphasized the importance of scrutinizing budget allocations to ensure efficiency and transparency. According to Thai News

Senate Calls for Special Parliamentary Session on Thai-Cambodian Border Dispute

Bangkok: The Senate Special Committee on Affairs has formally requested the government to convene a special session of parliament to address the ongoing border dispute between Thailand and Cambodia. At 2:45 p.m., a representative of Mr. Mongkol Surassajja delivered a letter to the Prime Minister through Mr. Somkid Chuekong, Deputy

Senators Urge Extraordinary Meeting to Address Thailand-Cambodia Dispute

Bangkok: Senators in large numbers have issued a statement calling for the government to hold an extraordinary meeting to discuss the ongoing Thailand-Cambodia dispute. They emphasized that Cambodia’s recent troop withdrawal is only a temporary solution and urged for a comprehensive discussion that includes the overlapping maritime areas. According to

Thai Election Commission Asserts Transparency Amidst Calls for Political Reform

Bangkok: The Secretary-General of Thailand’s Election Commission (EC), Mr. Saweng Boonmee, has reaffirmed the transparency of the Thai election system, despite acknowledging ongoing challenges and the unmet goal of political reform. Speaking on the occasion of the EC’s 27th anniversary, he highlighted the agency’s extensive experience navigating the country’s political

Government Accelerates Expansion of Water Projects to Tackle Drought Nationwide

Bangkok: The government is accelerating the expansion of water projects to solve drought problems nationwide. The initiative aims to increase the efficiency of the energy system and support the expansion of communities in the future. According to Thai News Agency, the government has responded to the royal initiative by expanding

JBC Meeting on June 14 Confirmed Amid Improved Thai-Cambodian Border Relations

Bangkok: “Maris” has confirmed that the Joint Boundary Committee (JBC) meeting scheduled for June 14 will proceed as planned, amidst improving conditions at the Thai-Cambodian border. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Maris Sengiampong, Minister of Foreign Affairs, provided an update on the border situation, highlighting significant improvements. He emphasized

“Sirikanlaya” Calls for Clarity on US Tax Negotiation Timelines

Bangkok: Sirikanya Tansakul, MP for the Prachachon Party and Deputy Leader of the Party, has expressed skepticism about the Thai government’s optimistic announcement regarding tax negotiations with the United States. She is demanding specific details on the timeline, stressing the urgency given the looming deadline for tariff hikes on July