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Thai govt unity 'intact' despite Thaksin's criticism of coalition parties
Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 15/12/2024
» The ruling Pheu Thai Party has insisted the government's unity remains intact despite former premier Thaksin Shinawatra's criticism of some coalition parties for missing an important cabinet meeting.
Opposition presses for tax-reform clarity
Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 12/12/2024
» The opposition People’s Party on Thursday pressed the government to clarify its plans for tax reform after the latter floated ideas about restructuring the system, while the government insists everything is only at the study stage with no concrete proposals made yet.
Government ‘failing scam victims’
Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 03/12/2024
» A Senate committee has blamed the government for failing to protect people from falling victim to investment fraud scams such as the one involving Dr Boon Vanasin, the founder of Thonburi Healthcare Group.
Senate to hear testimonies on 'social media fraud'
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 27/11/2024
» Relevant agencies have been invited to testify at a Senate meeting next week on alleged fraud and money laundering involving Thonburi Healthcare Group founder Boon Vanasin, who is believed to be hiding out in China.
Prawit confidant refutes iCon fraud connection rumours
Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 27/11/2024
» Gen Vitch Devahasdin na Ayudhya, a close associate of Gen Prawit Wongsuwon, tried to distance the Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP) leader from politician Samart Janechaijittawanich, who was arrested on Monday in connection with the high-profile public fraud case linked to The iCon Group.
Thai govt urged to act on foreign businesses in tourism
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 22/10/2024
» The Senate is urging the government to crack down on tourism businesses run by local proxies of foreign citizens in an effort to protect local businesses against unfair competition.
Thailand mulls welfare coverage for freelance workers
Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 23/09/2024
» The government is considering granting freelance workers the same welfare protections accorded to workers who are registered with the Social Security Fund (SSF), on the condition that they pay income taxes.
Court 'free to execute' warrant for Pisal
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 20/09/2024
» House Speaker Wan Muhamad Noor Matha said the 2017 constitution contains a provision which allows the judiciary to prosecute Gen Pisal Wattanawongkiri, a Pheu Thai MP who is facing arrest over his role in the 2004 Tak Bai massacre, despite his claims of parliamentary immunity.
Army defends mess tray procurement
News, Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 06/09/2024
» The Royal Thai Army has denied allegations made by an opposition party in parliament that the force bought mess trays at inflated prices.
Minister admits handout needs adjustment
Aekarach Sattaburuth, Published on 04/09/2024
» Deputy Finance Minister Julapun Amornvivat has conceded that the government’s 10,000-baht handout programme needs some adjustment, including giving cash instead of digital money to some recipients.