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Pita Limjaroenrat has resigned from the position of leader of the "Move Forward" party.
According to information posted on Pita's Facebook page, the decision to resign was made in order to "prepare the ground" for a new leader who will take on the role of opposition leader. Pita's parliamentary status was suspended pending a decision by the Constitutional Court regarding his case concerning ownership of media company shares. Pita consulted with executive members of the party and parliamentarians, and collectively, they concluded that the role of opposition leader is crucial within the parliamentary system. This position is necessary for the party to effectively oversee the government and its enacted reforms. The former prime ministerial...
The Prime Minister of Thailand, Srettha Thavisin, made a political statement in parliament today.
During his address, Srettha outlined Thailand's major political, social, and economic challenges. He emphasized the need to overcome the economic crisis, boost spending, expand investments, and promote economic digitization. Srettha also discussed urgent measures aimed at both short-term stimulus and long-term workforce development to address the country's current issues. According to the Prime Minister's statement, the government's economic recovery policies include: - Debt relief by addressing agricultural, business and personal debt. - Reducing electricity costs and restructuring energy consumption. - Generating income from tourism. - Amending the Constitution to promote democracy, citizen participation, and the rule of law. The Prime Minister...
The political parties "Forward Movement" and "Justice Party" have proposed creating a humanitarian corridor and a safety zone along the border of Thailand and Myanmar.
Representatives of the parties expressed concern that the conflict in Myanmar is affecting the border areas of Thailand, causing fear among Thai residents. Furthermore, the safety zone, along with the humanitarian corridor spanning 5 kilometers, could serve as an additional refuge for Myanmar refugees, whose numbers exceed 5,000. On August 3, 2023, Myanmar armed forces were spotted on the Thai side of Umphang, the southernmost district of Tak Province. Last year, a Myanmar military aircraft violated Thailand's airspace while conducting operations against resistance forces along the border. The Secretary-General of the Justice Party also calls for diplomatic cooperation with other...
The new cabinet of ministers led by Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin took the oath at a ceremony presided over by Their Majesties the King and Queen.
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin vowed that his government would uphold the principles of democracy with the King as head of state. During a press conference with journalists, Srettha stated that his administration would serve the people and work tirelessly for the benefit of society. The first official cabinet meeting will take place on September 13th.
The former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra, like other prisoners, has the right to another royal pardon in special cases.
This was announced by the former Minister of Justice. Special cases for pardon may include the anniversary of the death of King Rama IX on October 13 or his birthday on December 5, also celebrated as National Father's Day. Moreover, it is not excluded that the former prime minister may receive a pardon based on his health condition. Last week, His Majesty King Rama X pardoned Thaksin, reducing his eight-year sentence in three cases to one year. The former prime minister of Thailand is still undergoing treatment at the Main Police Hospital, where he was taken on the first night...