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THAILAND

Anutin's long political ascent

News, Jutamas Tadthiemrom, Published on 06/02/2026

» Bhumjaithai (BJT) Party leader Anutin Charnvirakul's ascent from engineer to the 32nd prime minister caps nearly three decades in politics, shaped by infrastructure discipline, political resilience and the decriminalisation of cannabis.

THAILAND

Social Security Office rejects claims over land deal

News, Post Reporters, Published on 04/02/2026

» The Social Security Office (SSO) has come under renewed scrutiny but rejected allegations of misconduct over its 84‑million‑baht purchase of land in Chon Buri province, insisting the acquisition complied with procurement laws and reflected prevailing market prices.

THAILAND

Progressives under fire over SSO board plan

News, Post Reporters, Published on 01/02/2026

» The Progressive Social Security group has come under renewed scrutiny after members of the People's Party (PP) denied backing a policy that would allow migrants to sit on the Social Security Office (SSO) board, despite evidence suggesting the proposal had previously featured in the group's campaign platform.

THAILAND

Pricey pens latest Social Security spending target

News, Post Reporters, Published on 31/01/2026

» A fresh controversy has emerged over spending by the Social Security Office (SSO) after documents revealed the procurement of 500 engraved pens worth nearly 240,000 baht using a “specific-selection” method.

THAILAND

Top Democrat battles 'smear' campaign

News, Post Reporters, Published on 22/01/2026

» Chaichana Detdacho, deputy leader of the Democrat Party overseeing the South, has filed a complaint with police against several social media pages for spreading what he called false claims linking him to a drug suspect who was arrested on Tuesday.

THAILAND

Cable car plan makes progress

News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 19/01/2026

» The cable car project at Phu Kradueng National Park in Loei province is making progress with officials working on an impact assessment and the design.

THAILAND

Cops, lawyers probed after Chinese detainees let go

News, Wassayos Ngamkham, Published on 14/01/2026

» The Immigration Bureau (IB) has opened an investigation into whether police officers, lawyers or other officials were involved in the allegedly unlawful release of two Chinese detainees.

THAILAND

Tangled 'Boss' tale back to haunt

News, Post Reporters, Published on 05/01/2026

» A landmark case long watched by the public -- the alleged assistance given to Red Bull heir Vorayuth "Boss" Yoovidhya to evade prosecution -- has re-emerged with renewed intensity.

THAILAND

Police put to the test

News, Wassayos Ngamkham, Published on 29/12/2025

» In 2025, Thailand faced a convergence of crimes and scandals that shook public confidence in institutions meant to protect society. From a deadly mass shooting in Bangkok to sprawling online scam networks, monk misconduct and a senior police scandal, the year exposed deep vulnerabilities linked to crime, governance and accountability, leaving lingering questions about reform and public trust.

THAILAND

PM race exit sparks disarray

News, Post Reporters, Published on 26/12/2025

» The Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP) has been thrown into disarray after its leader, Prawit Wongsuwon, reportedly withdrew as one of the party's PM candidates due to health concerns.