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Prosecutors oppose bail for scandal-hit ex-NOB chief
News, Wassayos Ngamkham, Published on 30/09/2025
» A court has backed prosecutors and denied bail for Nopparat Benjawatananun, the former National Office of Buddhism (NOB) chief who fled to the United States after he was accused of embezzling subsidies for the restoration of temples across the country, the Office of the Attorney-General announced on Monday.
New FM delivers strong UN speech
News, Jutamas Tadthiemrom, Published on 30/09/2025
» Ahead of the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York City, Sept 23–29, newly instated Foreign Affairs Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow faced criticism that his appearance there might violate the constitution, which stipulates that cabinet ministers can only assume their duties after the government policy statement is made before parliament.
Fugitive ex-official to face trial at home
News, Wassayos Ngamkham, Published on 29/09/2025
» The Office of the Attorney General (OAG), in cooperation with the Foreign Affairs Division of the Royal Thai Police and the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC), has secured the extradition of Nopparat Benjawatananun, a former chief of the National Office of Buddhism (NOB), from the United States.
Immigration Bureau faces new scrutiny
Oped, Editorial, Published on 23/09/2025
» The Police Immigration Bureau (IB) is fuming over a Reuters documentary-style interactive graphic report based on interviews with nine people who had allegedly been trafficked to scam centres in Myanmar between 2022 and 2025.
Thai immigration denies scam-gang abduction links
Published on 20/09/2025
» The Immigration Bureau has denied allegations made in a Reuters investigative report linking Thai officials to abductions of people who were taken to work in scam call centres in Myanmar.
Former Thaksin aide resigns as Pheu Thai list MP
Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 07/09/2025
» Noppadon Pattama, once one of former premier Thaksin Shinawatra's most trusted aides, has resigned as Pheu Thai Party list MP, citing his commitment to legal and development work.
Cambodia 'cosying up to US'
News, Published on 04/08/2025
» Cambodia's efforts to drag the United States into the Thai-Cambodian border conflict are an attempt to build broader support rather than marking a shift away from its close relationship with China, experts say.
Tariff deal shows Thais ready for ‘new world order’
Published on 01/08/2025
» Economic and trade analysts have warned of a sluggish economy later this year as the impact of the 19% tariff rate imposed on Thailand by the United States takes hold.
Moment of truth for Prasart
News, Published on 14/06/2025
» As the Thai-Cambodian Joint Boundary Commission (JBC) convenes in Phnom Penh on Saturday amid rising tensions, Prasart Prasasvinitchai, leader of the Thai delegation, faces a defining moment after his appointment was welcomed by those who view him as a seasoned negotiator, but drew caution from others who see him as too divisive a figure to calm such a sensitive diplomatic issue.
Cambodian troops 'agree to withdraw'
News, Post Reporters, Published on 09/06/2025
» Cambodian troops have agreed to withdraw from the disputed area and engage in negotiations with their Thai counterparts, following increased pressure from Thailand through the closure of border checkpoints and internet blackouts.