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Zero dropout policy draws praise
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 20/04/2026
» Thailand's zero dropout policy is gaining momentum as it works to return children to classrooms while preventing new losses.
Defence Ministry clarifies Cambodia's ceasefire call
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 26/12/2025
» The Defence Ministry yesterday clarified that a letter sent by Cambodian Defence Minister Tea Seiha did not explicitly declare a ceasefire, although it carried implications that Cambodia wished hostilities to cease and sought further discussion through bilateral mechanisms.
Thanakorn denies bank transfer link
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 24/09/2025
» Industry Minister Thanakorn Wangboonkongchana has denied rumours concerning a 20-million-baht bank transfer allegedly involving an MP from the South.
PM slams critics of casinos
Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 05/05/2025
» Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has lashed out at critics of the proposed casino entertainment complex, accusing political rivals of playing games to sow public confusion and inflame opposition.
Hospital stay haunts Thaksin again
Oped, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 03/05/2025
» A decision of the Supreme Court's Criminal Division for Holders of Political Positions to launch an inquiry into claims of improper enforcement of the prison sentence against ex-premier Thaksin Shinawatra over what is known as the "14th floor saga" has triggered wild speculation about another round of political bargaining games.
Govt lauded for boosting Islamic teacher pay
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 17/04/2025
» The Office of the Private Education in Narathiwat's Sungai Kolok district has thanked the government for approving increased compensation for Islamic religion teachers in the five southernmost border provinces.
Ties that bind and break in Thai polls
Oped, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 08/02/2025
» If anything, the Feb 1 local poll results paint a clear picture of the future of Thai politics: no party will emerge as the absolute winner in the next national poll in 2027.
House to reaffirm majority vote policy on Wednesday
News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 05/10/2024
» The House is set to convene on Wednesday to reaffirm its decision that a charter amendment referendum will be decided by a majority vote.
Election Commission denies dragging out Senate results
Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 08/07/2024
» The Election Commission (EC) brushed aside criticism that it was dragging its feet in announcing the certified result of the election for 200 new senators after an almost two-week lapse since the June 26 vote.
PM vows to work harder
Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 01/07/2024
» Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin vowed to work harder to improve the government's performance after an opinion poll showed his popularity and that of the ruling Pheu Thai Party have declined, trailing behind their main political rivals.