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Democrat Party at a crossroads
Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 13/09/2025
» The Democrat Party, Thailand’s oldest political party, is undergoing a major leadership transition following the resignation of party leader Chalermchai Sri-on, who cited health concerns as his reason for stepping down.
Chalermchai resigns as Democrat Party leader
Online Reporters, Published on 12/09/2025
» Democrat Party leader Chalermchai Sri-on has tendered his resignation, citing health problems that he says have hindered his ability to fully perform his duties.
Illegal mining linked to downstream pollution
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 29/08/2025
» Unregulated mining in rebel-held areas of Myanmar has emerged as a growing concern for Thailand and other neighbouring countries, prompting urgent calls for a coordinated practice of "water diplomacy" to mitigate the environmental impact on millions of downstream residents.
Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation urged to speed up elephant tracking system
News, Post Reporters, Published on 12/08/2025
» The Environment and Natural Resources Ministry has told the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation (DNP) to expedite the development of a wild elephant tracking and alert system to ensure the safety of communities within the animals' range.
Benefits to axeing bulbul's status: govt
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 24/07/2025
» The government has pointed out what it sees as the "benefits" of removing the red-whiskered bulbul, or nok krong hua juk, from the list of protected wildlife species.
New zoning in Rayong shields coastal areas, biodiversity
News, Post Reporters, Published on 04/07/2025
» The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment has officially designated new marine and coastal protection zones around Koh Phayam in Ranong, citing the area's rich biodiversity and the increasing environmental threats from tourism, fishing and coastal development.
Democrat quits over PM's phone call
News, Published on 01/07/2025
» Divisions within the Democrat Party have resurfaced with LCdr Sutham Rahong resigning as secretary to the natural resources and environment minister over the party's decision to remain with the embattled government.
Chanin urges Democrats to leave govt
Post Reporters, Published on 22/06/2025
» Democrat deputy secretary-general Chanin Rungsang has called on party leader Chalermchai Sri-on to reconsider his decision to stay in the government following the scandal caused by a leaked call between Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra and Cambodian Senate President Hun Sen.
6 marine parks to adopt new e-ticketing system
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 20/06/2025
» KRABI: The Department of National Parks will launch a new e-ticketing system at six southern marine parks this October to boost transparency, prevent corruption, and improve revenue collection, according to the environment minister.
PWA Wins BEDO Award for Sustainability Excellence
Published on 13/06/2025
» The Provincial Waterworks Authority (PWA) has been honoured with the BEDO Award on Biodiversity & Sustainability, recognising its outstanding performance in the Payment for Ecosystem Services (PES) initiative. The award was presented by the Biodiversity-Based Economy Development Office (Public Organisation), or BEDO, during the Biodiversity Resources and Market Opportunities event, presided over by Natural Resources and Environment Minister Chalermchai Sri-on at Ratthaprasasanabhakti Building, Government Complex, Bangkok, on 10 June 2025.