Bangkok: The Constitutional Court is currently awaiting evidence from three key agencies before making a decision on the highly publicized “Sae Jinjiang” case. Sae Jinjiang, a casino owner in Myanmar, has challenged the extradition law, claiming it violates the Constitution.

According to Thai News Agency, the Constitutional Court is reviewing a counterclaim from Mr. Sae Zhijiang, who is the defendant in Case No. Phor 1/2567 and Red Case No. B.E. 3494/2568. He has requested the court to determine whether Sections 19 and 21 of the Extradition Act B.E. 2551 (2008) contradict Sections 4, 5, 25, 26, 27, and 29 of the Constitution. To make a well-informed decision, the Court has decided to await opinions and documentary evidence from relevant agencies, which are allowed to extend their submission periods.

The Minister of Foreign Affairs has been granted an extension until 1 September 2025 to prepare and submit evidence. Similarly, the Minister of Justice and the Attorney General have been given until 31 August 2025 and 30 August 2025, respectively, to provide their inputs.

The origins of the case trace back to an order from the Criminal Court following a request from the Public Prosecutor’s Office, Foreign Affairs Office, and the Attorney General’s Office. They are seeking Mr. Sae Jinjiang’s extradition to China at the behest of the Chinese government. He faces accusations of operating an illegal gambling website and casino in Myanmar, resulting in damages exceeding 150 million yuan, equivalent to about 700 million baht.