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Air force 'bribe' on ministry radar now
News, Post Reporters, Published on 18/09/2024
» Transnational bribery involving the military has been a chronic problem, but the latest claim remains unverified pending an investigation, said Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Phumtham Wechayachai in response to a recent allegation of kickbacks allegedly paid by a US company to the Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF).
Hospital admits accidental baby swap
News, Post Reporters, Published on 17/09/2024
» A hospital in Samut Sakhon has agreed to compensate two families after admitting it had given the parents the wrong baby to take home following inpatient treatment last month.
Expo heeds royal wisdom
News, Post Reporters, Published on 17/09/2024
» Organisers and exhibitors at the upcoming 5th Sustainability Expo 2024 (SX 2024), which will be held from Sept 27 to Oct 6, are gearing up to encourage participants to learn more about environmental sustainability in 10 zones.
Thailand's new premier faces a daunting to-do list
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 16/09/2024
» Business leaders and economists have urged the government of Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra to address both short-term problems and structural economic issues simultaneously.
Minister names secretary
News, Post Reporters, Published on 14/09/2024
» Defence Minister Phumtham Wechayachai has named Gen Trisak Indararusmi, a former expert attached to the Royal Thai Armed Forces (RTAF) and a former classmate of former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra, as his secretary.
Govt 'will work with armed forces', Phumtham vows
News, Post Reporters, Published on 11/09/2024
» Deputy Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai made it clear that he, as the new defence minister, would never attempt to wield the government's executive power over the armed forces but rather work side-by-side with them to ensure they serve the public well in the best interests of society.
Eight plead not guilty in Red Bull scion case fiasco
Post Reporters, Published on 11/09/2024
» The Criminal Court for Corruption and Misconduct Cases has scheduled a seven-month trial period for the alleged mishandling of the 2012 fatal hit-and-run case involving Red Bull scion Vorayuth “Boss” Yoovidhya.
Fraying the ties that bind
Business, Post Reporters, Published on 09/09/2024
» As a new government takes over, the Thai economy has handled significant volatility during the past 12 months, driven by both internal and external challenges.
Govt in debate crosshairs
Post Reporters, Published on 09/09/2024
» The opposition and the Senate are set to put the new government in the crosshairs when it spells out its policy statement in parliament this week, with the ruling Pheu Thai Party's digital wallet handout scheme among the main targets.
PM probe urged over cabinet pick
Post Reporters, Published on 09/09/2024
» Newly sworn-in Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra is facing a fresh call to stand down over her decision to appoint Phumtham Wechayachai to the cabinet amid historical allegations of subversive behaviour.