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Rak Chart ‘a litmus test’ for government
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 22/01/2026
» The Rak Chart Party has issued a firm warning ahead of Thailand's Feb 8 general election: it will not join any government tainted by corruption, grey-zone dealings or improper political bargaining. If any wrongdoing is discovered after joining a coalition, the party says it will immediately withdraw and expose the facts to the public.
House 'could hold PM vote this week'
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 02/09/2025
» House Speaker Wan Muhamad Noor Matha confirmed that the House of Representatives is prepared to hold a vote for a new prime minister this week, as Pheu Thai and Bhumjaithai compete to form a government.
19% US tariff a good result, says Prommin
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 05/08/2025
» Thailand has headed off a major trade conflict after securing a fair 19% US tariff rate with the deal now headed to parliament for approval, said Dr Prommin Lertsuridej, secretary-general to the prime minister.
Thailand does well to secure 19% US tariff, says Prommin
Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 04/08/2025
» Thailand has headed off a major trade conflict after securing a fair 19% US tariff rate with the deal now headed to parliament for approval, said Prommin Lertsuridej, secretary-general to the prime minister.
Restoring people's faith battered by bad monks
Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 27/07/2025
» The monastic order is reeling under public scrutiny after police uncovered a far-reaching scandal involving at least 13 monks, many of whom were former abbots or assistant abbots of well-known temples.
OCSC tightens grip on exam cheating problem
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 20/07/2025
» The Office of the Civil Service Commission (OCSC) has reaffirmed its confidence in rigorous anti-cheating measures for civil service entrance examinations, says Deputy Secretary-General Kitipong Maharatthanawong.
Ex-MP seeks Bhumjaithai dissolution for Senate meddling
Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 20/05/2025
» A reserve senator and former Pheu Thai MP, has petitioned the Election Commission to consider asking the Constitutional Court to dissolve the Bhumjaithai Party for alleged interference in last year’s Senate election.
Court ruling makes filling cabinet 'hard'
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 14/03/2025
» The appointment of cabinet ministers will require more careful consideration, especially in light of the Constitutional Court's decision to reject a petition to clarify one of the requirements that a candidate must meet, said Prime Minister's Office Minister Chousak Sirinil.
PM 'ready' for censure grilling test
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 04/03/2025
» Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra on Monday affirmed her readiness to address questions during the upcoming no-confidence debate, saying she would present facts and figures to counter the opposition's censure attack.
PM is ready to address Thaksin allegations
News, Mongkol Bangprapa, Published on 12/02/2025
» Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra said she is ready to answer the opposition's questions during a planned censure debate, particularly those concerning her father, ex-premier Thaksin Shinawatra, campaigning for Pheu Thai candidates in recent elections for provincial administrative organisation chiefs.