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Govt accused of navy fund graft bid
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 05/04/2024
» The main opposition Move Forward Party (MFP) accused the government of attempting to embezzle budget funds for the navy's procurement of a new frigate in parliament.
Move Forward slams rejection of frigate funds
Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 15/03/2024
» The Move Forward Party has criticised the government for rejecting the navy’s request for a budget to buy a new frigate in the 2024 fiscal year, calling the decision a potential failure to protect the nation’s interests.
Activist wants funding probe into renovations at Govt House
Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 13/03/2024
» Political activist Ruangkrai Leekitwattana said on Wednesday he would petition the National Anti Corruption Commission (NACC) to look into the expenditure of 138 million baht for renovation and procurement at Government House.
Committee backs navy's frigate plan
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 11/03/2024
» PATHUM THANI: The House of Representatives committee on the armed forces has thrown its support behind the Royal Thai Navy's (RTN) plan to procure a new frigate, saying the new ship, which will be assembled locally, will lead to more jobs for local workers.
Move Forward Party ready to grill govt over 2024 spend
Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 11/12/2023
» The opposition Move Forward Party (MFP) is ready for a debate scheduled next month on the government's budget bill for the 2024 fiscal year, according to its deputy leader.
Borrowing 'likely' to fund Pheu Thai's 10K handout
Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 13/10/2023
» Borrowing and increasing public debt are among the sources of funds for the 10,000 baht digital wallet handout scheme, Dr Prommin Lertsuridej, secretary-general of the prime minister's office, admitted on Friday.
Cabinet picks to go before King
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 01/09/2023
» The new cabinet line-up will be submitted for royal endorsement on Friday despite lingering doubts over the qualifications of some candidates.
Somsak defends anti-torture delays
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 24/02/2023
» Justice Minister Somsak Thepsutin yesterday defended the delayed enforcement of four key provisions in the law against torture and enforced disappearances, saying enforcing it in its entirety would backfire without proper equipment and training.
Somsak defends anti-torture delays
Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 23/02/2023
» Justice Minister Somsak Thepsutin on Thursday defended the delayed enforcement of four key provisions in the law against torture and enforced disappearances, saying enforcing it in its entirety would backfire without proper equipment and training.
Opposition demands to see torture decree
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 23/02/2023
» The opposition yesterday demanded the cabinet forward to the House an executive decree postponing enforcement of key provisions of the law aimed at countering torture and enforced disappearances.