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Senator says new charter is the 'will of the people'
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 10/04/2026
» Senator Nantana Nantavaropas has pressed the government to proceed with drafting a new constitution in line with the recent referendum result, warning the administration not to ignore the public's will.
PM pledges to create a stronger Thailand
Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 09/04/2026
» Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul on Thursday delivered his government’s policy statement to parliament, underscoring his commitment to strengthening national stability and self-reliance and enabling Thais to regain their economic footing.
Lawmaker pensions stir big debate
Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 04/04/2026
» Lawmakers have expressed mixed views over scrapping a pension fund for former MPs and senators, amid concerns over fairness and long-term sustainability.
Senate split over Constitution Drafting Assembly plan
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 25/03/2026
» The Senate has found itself divided over a proposal to establish a 200-member Constitution Drafting Assembly (CDA) to draft a new charter, with senators expressing both support and opposition during the latest parliamentary session.
House secretary-general hints quick first parliament convention
Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 05/03/2026
» The lower chamber could convene quickly, as only a sufficient number of newly certified members of parliament (MPs) is required to begin the process, according to Sirote Paetphan, Secretary‑General of the House of Representatives.
Third reading on charter possible by Dec 29
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 05/12/2025
» The House of Representatives secretary-general has outlined the tentative timeline for the third and final reading of the charter amendment bill, saying the vote could take place as early as Dec 29, or be postponed to Jan 5–6, depending on lawmakers' readiness.
Two panels to draft charter: House
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 29/11/2025
» Two 35-member parliamentary-appointed panels will be formed to finalise Thailand's new constitution within 360 days, with a strict ban on amending Chapter 2 concerning the monarchy, according to the House committee overseeing the draft constitutional amendment.
Panel split over two border MoUs
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 30/10/2025
» People's Party (PP) MP Piyarat Chongthep, spokesman for the extraordinary committee reviewing MoU 43 (2000) and MoU 44 (2001) concerning border demarcation with Cambodia, said the committee has yet to reach a conclusion on whether to cancel the agreements.
Pheu Thai 'mulling deal with Varawut for PM'
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 10/10/2025
» Speculation is mounting that the Pheu Thai Party has approached Varawut Silpa-archa, leader of the Chartthaipattana Party, to serve as one of its prime ministerial candidates, amid reports of efforts by the Shinawatra family to salvage Pheu Thai's image.
Senate shoots down casino bill
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 24/09/2025
» The Senate has formally rejected the government's draft bill proposing the establishment of integrated entertainment complexes that include casinos, citing serious concerns over social impact, economic disruption and national security.