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THAILAND

MP voices concern over SSO investment meetings

News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 04/10/2025

» People's Party MP for Bangkok, Rakchanok Srinok, has accused the Social Security Office (SSO) of allowing unauthorised individuals to attend sensitive investment meetings concerning the Social Security Fund (SSF).

THAILAND

Legal eagles voice worries over Thaksin's pardon bid

News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 01/10/2025

» Two prominent legal figures have voiced concern over former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra's latest request for a royal pardon, warning that it not only falls outside the scope of the law but could also expose the justice minister to criminal liability.

THAILAND

Chinese flock to Vietnam due to Thailand safety fears

News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 24/09/2025

» Vietnam has surpassed Thailand in terms of attracting Chinese tourists, but safety and premium tourism hold the key to recapturing the market, according to Aksornsri Phanishsarn, an associate professor of economics at Thammasat University.

THAILAND

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.

OPINION

BJT may seek wriggle room from pact

News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 20/09/2025

» Now that the dust has settled, it appears the Bhumjaithai Party (BJT) is discreetly abandoning its promises regarding the push to rewrite the charter -- a major condition in exchange for the People's Party's (PP) support for its leader's premiership bid.

THAILAND

Ex-mayor in Chai Nat gets 5 years

News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 19/09/2025

» A former mayor in Chai Nat province has been jailed for five years for corruption after misusing municipal workers and equipment.

THAILAND

People's Party leader reiterates lese-majeste stance

Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 16/09/2025

» People’s Party leader Natthaphong Rueangpanyawut, has reiterated his long-standing position on Thailand’s lese-majeste law, saying that while parts of the law remain problematic, any amendments must adhere to the Constitutional Court’s rulings.

THAILAND

Democrats to discuss leadership contest on Thursday

Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 16/09/2025

» The Democrat Party plans to meet on Thursday to lay the groundwork for picking its new leader, with all eyes now on former premier Abhisit Vejjajiva’s possible return to lead the country’s oldest political party.

THAILAND

Co-payment for gym fees to help slash NCDs

News, Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 16/09/2025

» The National Health Commission Office (NHCO) has proposed new initiatives to promote physical activity and cut non-communicable diseases (NCDs), including co-payment for gym membership fees.

THAILAND

Thai corruption body pressed over digital wallet case

Chairith Yonpiam, Published on 15/09/2025

» The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) was urged to conclude an investigation into the Srettha Thavisin and Paetongtarn Shinawatra governments, who are accused of violating the charter by reallocating state loan repayment funds to the controversial 35-billion-baht digital wallet scheme.