Category: Politics

Parliament, "Direkrit" expects to submit a motion to debate the general government on 22 Jan. Not worried about Senator withdrawing his name. I believe it will only increase. I hope the Prime Minister will give importance to the parliamentary forum. It's better than people not understanding and going down the road. Mr. Direkrit Jenkrongtham, Senator and Commissioner for Political Development and Public Participation of the Senate, revealed that he recently compiled a list of names of Senators to submit a motion to open a general debate without voting for the government of Mr. Settha Thavisin. according to the amount specified by law It is expected that a motion will be submitted to the Senate President on Monday, January 22, to report the matter to the government. that the Senate will exercise its rights under Section 153 of the Constitution 'Currently, more than 90 senators have gathered signatures and will discuss with the government what period of time the Senate's debate will be framed. How many days d o you give? The Senate will then discuss it in the Senate Whip. Manage discussions The Political Development Commission will write to the chairmen of the other 26 committees to inquire about questions raised by listening to problems from the people regarding suffering from government policies under 7 issues in the discussion,' Mr. Direkrit said. Mr. Direkrit said that within one week there will be time for the chairman of each committee to present additional opinions. In order to make the discussion beneficial to the government, it is a discussion with clear issues. Alleviate the doubts of those involved Let the government explain to the Senate. Get advice and suggestions To understand the people Initially, from coordination with those involved in the government, there was a good response. Praise the Prime Minister for making the parliamentary system trustworthy. Create a democratic parliamentary system. If the Prime Minister accepts Responsible to Parliament Using this platform to explain to the public will be very helpful. When questioning the government The government can use its time to its fullest extent. In order for the people to clear their doubts This is an important stage. 'It's better than letting people who don't understand the government to accuse or scold or using opinions outside the parliamentary system Some things, if people don't understand them, might go onto the streets. Confirming the duties of the Senate this time is a process of the parliamentary system. that the government must be accountable to the parliament that represents the people I'm not worried that the Senate will withdraw my name. Because everyone is an adult and before signing, they have carefully considered. At the same time, the committee has clarified the content of the discussion on 7 issues for consideration. If you sign and withdraw your name, you will have to explain it to society. I see that it will only increase, not decrease, and today the Senate is still signing it,' Mr. Direkrit Said. Source: Thai News Agency

NACC, The National Anti-Corruption Commission submitted a request to the NACC to set up a committee to investigate 157 government officials who committed crimes, had "Thaksin" lie in a police hospital, and submitted an additional request to investigate "Sahakarn" the Director-General of Corrections. current person Secretary-General NACC insists they are not complacent. Prepare to invite agencies and those involved came to give statements Reporters reported that at the Office of the National Anti-Corruption Commission The People's Reform Students Network of Thailand (PDRC), led by Mr. Phichit Chaiyamongkol, Mr. Nasser Yeema, leader of the PDRC, submitted a letter to Mr. Niwatchai Kasemmongkol, Secretary-General of the NACC, requesting Discuss and follow up on the progress of the complaint on September 27, 2023 from the case where the NACC was asked to set up a working group to investigate the government officials involved. both former Director-General of the Department of Corrections Deputy Director-General of the Department of Corrections as spokesperson for the Department of Corrections Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Justice including the chief doctor of the police hospital and a doctor at a correctional hospital What is the reason for wrongfully neglecting to perform duties according to Section 157 in the case of the treatment of Mr. Thaksin Shinawatra, former prime minister? At the police hospital, what progress has been made by the NACC? or a preliminary inquiry committee has been set up Or how to determine the issue of inquiry? along with requesting that the legal proceedings be expedited urgently At the same time, we are submitting additional information today requesting consideration of an investigation and prosecution of Mr. Sahakarn Petchanarin, the current Director-General of the Department of Corrections. that it is in the scope of performing duties incorrectly or neglecting to perform duties Because they did not rush to bring the inmates back to prison. or work together to perform wrongful duties By extending the time for treatment outside prison of the convicted prisoner, Mr. Thaksin Shinawatra, even though it is only to monitor his condition. There was no reason or regulation to continue treatment outside the prison, with Mr. Niwatchai Kasemmongkol, secretary-general of the committee. NACC comes to receive the book After more than 20 minutes of discussion, Mr. Niwatchai Kasemmongkol, Secretary-General of the NACC, gave an interview on the progress. that since receiving the matter There are many agencies that have come to complain as well. The NACC is not complacent. and follow the process step by step It is currently in the process of inspection. and is under investigation. NACC has sent letters to many agencies such as the Department of Corrections, prisons and police hospitals. It is already completed. and relevant people will be invited to give statements to support action on this matter. And some agencies have already sent back letters explaining the facts. The processing time frame is usually 180 days. It doesn't depend on the time frame. It's just an expedited framework for officials. Because in this matter the facts must be examined first. What are the criteria for consideration and rules after which agencies will be invited? and those involved came to give statements If a conclusion is reached, will there be a finding of guilt or not? Will report to the media later. Mr. Phichit said that today's discussion discussed 2 matters that had been submitted. The first matter was clarified that it was in the process of writing a letter to the relevant agencies. As for the second matter, which is a complaint against the current Director-General of the Department of Corrections. On the issue of Mr. Thaksin's treatment for 120 days and the extension of his treatment period. citing the reason for surveillance Surveillance is not in the regulations for treatment outside of prison. Therefore, doing it in such a way The Director-General of the Department of Corrections must be responsible. While Mr. Nasser Referring to the campaign to collect 20,000 people's names to submit to the President of the National Assembly for review before submitting the matter to the President of the Supreme Court. To set up a committee to inquire into the work of the NACC is currently still in progress. And the mission to go to the provincial areas remains the same. As for gathering votes of 1 in 5 of the members of the House of Representatives, or 150 people, to propose to the Speaker of the National Assembly, the Speaker submits the matter to the President of the Supreme Court. In order to set up a working group to investigate the NACC, Mr. Nasser stated that we are coordinating with the opposition party. and related people But right now it is still in the process of discussion with the coordination person. When the reporter asked if he was confident or not. that it will be able to collect up to 20,000 signatures according to the target, Mr. Nasser said, will the target be reached or not? It will prove that people will jo in in the treatment. And adhere to the justice process of Thailand to survive or not. Source: Thai News Agency

Government House, "Capt. Thammanat" revealed that he has moved the time for the Cabinet to travel in Phayao at the end of February, not later than 5 Mar. 2024, planning to continue traveling in 3 provinces. Capt. Thammanat Prompao, Minister of Agriculture and Cooperatives Mentioned preparations for holding an official Cabinet meeting off-site. or (Royal Cabinet) for the 3rd time in Phayao Province that was originally scheduled to take place between 12-13 February 2024, but on that day there was a royal graduation ceremony. Therefore the schedule must be postponed. It may be at the end of February, no later than March 5th at the latest. As for moving the meeting date Is it related to the case where the Prime Minister will go to stay overnight in the southern border provinces (Chonburi provinces) at the end of February? Capt. Thammanat said that 3 provinces have experienced major flooding. This makes it necessary to revive the agricultural sector for the people. Meanwhile, the Prime Minister wants to go down and see the area as well and may have the idea of ??organizing a traveling cabinet in the provinces. After the meeting in Phayao Province, if the Prime Minister goes down to 3 provinces, he will go down as well. Because I also have a house in Narathiwat Province. Even though I was born in Phayao Province But grew up in the south. Source: Thai News Agency

Saudi Arabia, Mr. Wan Muhammad Noor Matha, Speaker of the National Assembly, visits Saudi Arabia. Visit the Advisory Council meeting Emphasizing the relationship between the two countries Reporters report on the mission of Mr. Wan Muhammad Noor Matha, Speaker of the National Assembly, on an official visit to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia at the invitation of Dr. Abdullah bin Mohammed bin Ibrahim Al-Sheikh (HE Dr Abdullah bin Mohammed bin Al-Sheikh), Chairman of the Advisory Council of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. who have traveled to Thailand Between 18-21 July 2023 to strengthen joint parliamentary cooperation. By Mr. Wan Muhammad Nor and a group such as Mr. Suwat Jiraphan, Senator, Mr. Muk Sulaiman, Secretary to the Speaker of the House of Representatives. Arrive in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia at 8:00 a.m. local time, which is 4 hours later than Thailand, with Dr. Abdullah bin Mohammed bin Ibrahim Al-Sheikh waiting to welcome you. Then at 11:30 a.m. Mr. Wan Muhammad Noor and his group traveled to the Adviso ry Council of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. To visit the advisory council meeting and discuss with Dr. Abdullah bin Mohammed bin Ibrahim Al-Sheikh urged lawmakers to reinforce relations between the two countries. Mr. Wan Muhammad Noor gave an interview after discussion that he and the Thai Parliament visited this time and were well received by the Advisory Council. Dr. Abdullah Went to welcome the group at the airport by myself, even though I had never greeted anyone at the airport before. It is considered very respectful to the Thai faculty. and from visiting the Advisory Council When we arrived, we were in the middle of a meeting. He made us stand up. Then the Chairman of the Advisory Council welcomed us very well and considered it a great honor for us. and in discussions between both sides of the committee The atmosphere is good. He was glad we had this visit. After more than 30 years of distant relations, the Saudi royal family There is an adjustment in attitude towards Thailand. Make a good relationship with each other. Gen. Prayut Chan-o-cha, former Prime Minister and Minister of Defense, and Mr. Settha Thavisin, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, also recently visited Saudi Arabia. and there will be many discussion groups together. As for the Thai Parliament, February 28 to early March. Saudi Arabia-Thailand Friendship Group will visit the Thai parliament and will talk in many dimensions This visit is to strengthen relations even more after the government has taken action. To confirm that it is not just the government But the Parliament, as the representative of the people, will strengthen the relationship between the two countries. When asked about this trip. What aspect will we focus on developing our genetics? Wan Muhammad Normatha said that we will focus on culture, religion, education and we can support the government with information. Because the Advisory Council Considered to be of close importance to the administration This connection of the two houses of parliament is confident that it will h elp support the work of the government very well. Source: Thai News Agency

Bangkok, General Prawit declares he is ready to send "Sunthorn Rakrong" to compete in the by-election in District 8, Nakhon Si Thammarat. Palang Pracharat Party today (16 Jan.) General Prawit Wongsuwan, leader of the Palang Pracharath Party. Referring to the case where the Election Commission gave a red card to Ms. Mukdawan Leuangsinil, Nakhon Si Thammarat District 8 MP, Bhumjaithai Party. As a result, there must be a by-election. By confirming that he would send a candidate for repair, saying, "Send, send, send the same person, Mr. Sunthorn Rakrong." When asked if he was confident in submitting applicants to compete Whether or not there will be a by-election this time, General Prawit said, "If you send it, you have to be confident. If you don't send it, you're not sure." When asked again whether General Prawit would go down to help with the campaign this time, General Prawit said that he didn't have to search, why would he go looking? Just campaigning with journalists would be dead. Before returning to General Prawit opened the car window Came to answer reporters' questions in a good mood about organizing the second PPPRO traveling event that it was held in Nong Khai Province. Reporters reported that for Mr. Sunthorn Rakrong, he was the 2nd ranked person in the 2023 general election and was a former MP in 2019. Source: Thai News Agency

ZurichSwiss Confederation, The Prime Minister meets with executives of DKSH company, seeking cooperation in the distribution of medicines and medical supplies. including cooperation in logistics Promote Thailand as a center for trade and transportation in the region. Reporters reported that at 9:30 a.m. (local time in Zurich) swiss confederation which is 6 hours later than Thailand) at the Mandarin Oriental Savoy Zurich Hotel, Swiss Confederation, Mr. Settha Thavisin, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, met with Mr. Stefan Butz, executive of DKSH Holding Company. AG, a company providing advice and guidance on doing business such as expanding marketing business planning Product distribution, logistics and after-sales service Including the importation of many types of products and consumer goods, medicines, and medical supplies into Thailand. DKSH has been doing business in Thailand since 1906 and is one of the largest organizations in the country in terms of sales. And Thailand is the country with the l argest operations in the DKSH group, generating 1 in 3 of the company's total revenue worldwide. Have an understanding of doing business in Thailand and a large proportion of women are employed. Thailand is therefore an important market for the company. The Prime Minister and DKSH executives discussed issues related to the distribution of medicines and medical supplies. which from the emergence of new epidemics It happened that the company needed to use a long process and time to distribute in Thailand. which the government will accept to solve the problem To benefit both the company and Thai people who need medicine and medical supplies to treat disease. The company also pays attention to the environment. Proposing that Thailand use more E-documents. In addition, the company will also promote the use of electric cars in transporting goods. which is in line with the Thai government's policy and is ready to support the installation of more electric vehicle charging stations. In addition, the company also ha s expertise in logistics. which Thailand has the Land Bridge project that the company can participate in This project will be a driver of the Thai economy and the company will also receive benefits from this project. On this occasion, the company confirms and has confidence in Thailand's potential. Including being ready to invite more partner companies to invest in Thailand. Source: Thai News Agency

House, "Sudawan" gives encouragement to the Thai national team before fighting in the first "Asian Cup" match tonight. Miss Sudawan Wang Suphakit Koson Minister of Tourism and Sports Give encouragement to the 2023 Asian Cup football match, Group F, first match at 9:30 p.m. today (Jan. 16), which is a meeting between the Thai national team and the Kyrgyzstan national team. This match is considered an important match. Even though the Thai national team is ranked lower. But believe that experience Unity of the Thai national team Under the leadership of Masatada Ishii, the head coach, and Ms. Nuanphan Lamsam, the team manager, we will be able to win. Ask all Thai people to help send encouragement to the athletes of the Thai national team fighting this battle. Source: Thai News Agency

Bangkok, "Uttama" former Finance Minister points out that it is the duty of the government. Building confidence in giving out digital money wallets Mr. Uttama Savanayana, Chairman of the Policy and Reform Committee for Sustainable National Development, Democrat Party, as former Minister of Finance. Gave an interview after participating in an academic seminar "Turning the corner on thinking about finances and finances" In the event that society still doesn't see the clarity of the government's 10,000 baht digital wallet project, what will be the way to proceed? We must give the government time to act. To see what the guidelines and policies will be. And as far as following the news from the media, there has not yet been a resolution. But he sees it as a good thing that the government is open to listening to opinions from all sides. Because such a large project may take time to complete. So we have to wait and see under what conditions it will come out. Now there are ideas from some parties who are worried th at there will be problems. As for the support department, there is Therefore, it is the duty of the government to make legal provisions for this project to move forward within the legal framework. The reporter asked about his personal interpretation of the word crisis. As to how this matter must be handled, Mr. Uttama said it depends on each person's perspective to interpret. He probably won't be able to judge. But from the current situation The growth numbers of the Thai economy are actually expanding. But it is progressing slowly compared to neighboring countries. But the government should build confidence among foreign countries. Confident that the recovery of the Thai economy will actually happen. By enabling the government's already issued policies to answer this question. and allow the economy to expand at the level it should be. Source: Thai News Agency

Swiss Confederation, Prime Minister reveals invitation to DKSH company to move production base to invest in Thailand. Happy to accept all companies. Points out that Thailand is changing to using E-Document, confirming readiness to install EV car charging stations. Today (16 January 2024) at 9:30 a.m. (Zrich time) (6 hours away from Thailand) Mr. Settha Thavisin, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, gave an interview after meeting with Mr. Stefan Butz, CEO of DKSH Holding AG, that it is a company that has been doing business in Thailand since 1906, which is approximately 120 The past year is considered to be a very long time. and is a company with Swiss nationality But most of the income is in Thailand. It employs more than 10,000 Thai people and 55% of its employees are women, which is considered very high and is a company that has been trading in Thailand for a very long time. Businesses that sell medical supplies, consumer products, large brands such as Nivea, etc. 'He has been in business for a long time so he understands doing business in Thailand. In the latter period, there were very serious problems. This is one of the problems of Thai people because they import drugs and import agents from many large pharmaceutical companies and it is well known. Today's pharmaceutical companies are developing a lot of products,' Mr. Settha said. The Prime Minister said that there is now a new epidemic occurring, so importing drugs must be approved by the FDA, which the FDA is strict about. If the FDA approves it, it must go to the local organization. Put Thai people at a disadvantage Not receiving quality medicine These drugs have passed the FTA in Switzerland. and in Europe 'I myself promised to take care of it here. Because the people who will benefit are Thai people. If the medicine comes in quickly We will be able to take care of Thai people faster. The said company is considered an important supporter of Thailand. which he himself wanted to move the factory to Thailand, for example, the Nivea production fact ory which is considered the most successful skin care cream in Thailand which he would go and talk with and invite And I am willing to meet and talk if interested in opening a production base in Thailand. If you have any concerns or suggestions, I am happy to meet you. Because our main objective is to have many large companies migrate to produce in Thailand. Except for expensive products For example, regarding medicine, we are confident that we have ready personnel. There are tax measures along with a good life in Thailand. From the discussion it went well. The said company has given a book The book is made from a Thai silk cover. which shows that He honors and admires Thai people. Which I myself saw was very beautiful,' Mr. Settha said. The Prime Minister said that the company also said that when visiting factories in Thailand they use a lot of paper. Which he himself said that it should be developed to use electronic documents or E-Documents, which he gave comfort in saying that We are working on this. In addition, this company must use a large number of trucks to transport goods. So I want to change All of their transportation vehicles are electric. 'He himself is happy, but he is worried about whether there are enough chargers installed or not. He himself promised that You don't have to worry about this. Because we're watching. From our recent motor show, 40% of the cars sold were all EVs. And he told about installing chargers at various stations throughout the country, which he believed in. In addition, the company also does logistics. And I myself have left the matter of Landbridge,' Mr. Settha said. Source: Thai News Agency

Government House, Minister of Justice Still haven't received a detailed report on the case of a youth attacking "Auntie Buapan". She admits she will follow the matter. As for correcting the law, youths made mistakes. It is a matter of the council. Need to discuss with many agencies Pol.Col. Thawee Sodsong, Minister of Justice Referring to the case of a group of youths attacking Ms. Buaphan Tansu or Auntie Buaphan, age 47, who died in Sa Kaeo Province. Evidence was found that it was a youth aged 13-16 years who committed the crime, but the police arrested Auntie Buaphuan's husband for prosecution and sent him to prison. They said that at this time they have not received details of this case. But I'll go follow you. When asked if the culprit in this case was a youth. Therefore, there was a call to amend the law regarding the penalty rate for youths under 15 years of age. The Minister of Justice said that amending the law is a matter for the Council, which has many child-related organizations. amending the la w Need to consult with many agencies. Source: Thai News Agency