Bangkok: Ms. Paethongtarn Shinawatra, the newly appointed Prime Minister and Minister of Culture, commenced her duties at the Ministry of Culture, maintaining her decision to refrain from media interviews for a week.

According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Paethongtarn arrived at the Ministry of Culture at 10:00 a.m., opting to enter her office directly via an elevator from the basement floor. Her decision to avoid media engagements comes after her last public interaction on July 9 at Parliament.

This media silence has been a point of interest, with observers noting her absence from the public eye since her previous interview. The reasons behind this decision remain undisclosed as she focuses on her responsibilities within the Ministry.