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A spokesman for the Royal Thai Air Force revealed that he had ordered the detention of duty officers for excessively punishing conscripts. While the person who was attacked actually admitted to drinking alcohol in a government office. The Air Force commander ordered the establishment of an investigation committee to expedite clarification to the public. Air Vice Marshal Boonlert Andara, spokesman for the Royal Thai Air Force Revealing the case of 4 regular soldiers belonging to the 1st Battalion, Air Force Command, being punished excessively and not in accordance with the government's punishment guidelines, Air Chief Marshal Phanpakdee Pattanakul, Commander of the Air Force, was aware of the matter. already and ordered an urgent investigation of the facts and clarification to the public. This is because the Air Force has a clear policy and always emphasizes not to physically harm soldiers or punish them beyond reason. 'The Air Force has always placed great importance on improving the quality of life of act ive duty soldiers. If the results of the investigation reveal that there has been an action that violates the policy will be punished according to regulations without exception Currently investigating the conduct of officers assigned to the 1st Battalion, Yothin Air Command. and disciplinary action was taken by being confined to the Royal Thai Air Force Prison for 15 days and appointing an investigation committee. As for the four regular soldiers who were punished, they have been sent for treatment at Bhumibol Adulyadej Hospital. and admitted to committing the crime of drinking alcohol in a government office,' said an Air Force spokesman. Said.-313. Source: Thai News Agency

Julapan" reveals that the decree will provide an answer to a 500,000 million baht loan in early January - indicates that the government is ready to listen to opinions on the decree even though regulations do not require compliance. Mr. Chulaphan Amornvivat, Deputy Minister of Finance Mentioning the progress after the government sent questions to the Office of the Council of State to interpret the draft bill to borrow 500,000 million baht to carry out the 10,000 baht digital wallet distribution project, he said that at this time, the government is still waiting for an answer from the Office of the Council of State. which the Secretary-General of the Council of State was informed before the New Year festival that Responses will be able to be submitted in early January. But the government cannot rush to interpret the decree whether it will be clarified within this week or not. Because it is considered the power and duty of the Council of State that the government cannot interfere Opinion section of the decree Once issued, is the government required to comply with it or not? Mr. Chulaphan stated that the opinion of the decree is the legal opinion of the government. which the government listens to Although the regulations do not require compliance But the government must primarily listen. Ready to confirm that Not worried about the delay that has occurred. Because it is considered the power and duty of the agency and must be respected and allow time for the decree to be fully considered Source: Thai News Agency

The Prime Minister ordered to accelerate the publicizing of the work for 4 months, assigned "Piraphan" to inspect the solar energy water pumping system project after the NACC feared that it might show signs of fraud. Mr. Karom Phonphonklang, Deputy Spokesperson for the Prime Minister's Office Announcing the results of the Cabinet meeting, Mr. Settha Thavisin, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Has ordered the spokesperson of each ministry Help publicize the great work the government has done in the past 4 months. Mr. Karom also stated that the National Anti-Corruption Commission or NACC has recommendations regarding the case of the Energy Conservation and Renewable Energy Promotion Fund. grassroots economy Solar energy pumping system project for agriculture for artesian wells To prevent corruption This is because the water pumping project received a high budget. It has been allocated continuously for many years. But it's not as if this project is a corruption. But it is to provide preventive informatio n. The reason for choosing this project is because it uses a continuous budget. Covers all areas There are 7 issues that may lead to corruption: 1. Regarding budget allocation. 2. Applying for projects of the fund which sometimes there is no certainty in doing 3. Procurement, for example, if the total contract is more than 500,000 baht, it will be e-bidding, but if it is less than 500,000 baht, it will be a specific method. which may be conducive to government agencies that causes corruption 4. Obtain ownership and maintenance of artesian wells 5. Take advantage of assets 6. Value Project evaluation follow-up 7. Disclosure of information to ensure transparency. Mr. Karom said that the Prime Minister had asked Mr. Peeraphan Saleerathaviphak, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy. What is your opinion? which Mr. Peeraphan It has been reported that this project may involve the use of the wrong type of money. and violate the objectives of the fund There are also other funds, such as the Electricity Fund, which have a similar nature. So I'm going to dismantle it all. By setting up a new committee to investigate, the Secretary-General of the Cabinet recommended that the proposal be submitted as a document at the next Cabinet meeting because it was an opinion without documentation.-314. Source: Thai News Agency

Pakornwut" holds a meeting to whip the opposition. Before discussing the draft budget '67, allocate time to all parties. Looking at the draft, delayed for 3 months, nothing has changed. Confirming that "Thaksin" will not be touched. Mr. Pakornwut Udompipatsakul List of MPs from the Kao Klai Party as Chairman of the Coordinating Committee of Opposition Political Parties in the House of Representatives or Chairman of the Opposition Whip Giving an interview before the opposition whip meeting Prepare a plan before discussing the draft budget bill for the fiscal year 2024. This meeting invited officials from the Budget Bureau and the Ministry of Finance. Let's clarify what is the importance of this year's Budget Act? And there are reasons for closing the budget in various areas. For 3 days, prepare to discuss the economic crisis. which the government has emphasized that We are in a crisis. By pointing out from the draft budget Including discussion about the environmental crisis. Inequality crisis By allocating a budget that cannot alleviate the problem As for the human resource crisis Both the problem of young children being born and the educational level of youth Can the budget accommodate growth? As for allocating time to debate the draft budget, Mr. Pakornwut said that he had discussed allocating time to smaller parties as well. By allocating time for discussion as follows: The Democrat Party 200 minutes, the Thai Sang Thai Party 60 minutes, the Tham Thamma Party 20 minutes, the New Democracy Party 10 minutes, the New Party 10 minutes, and the Thai Teachers for the People Party 10 minutes. Therefore, the remaining discussion time belongs to the Kao Kao Party, 490 minutes, from the time that has been given. Allocating a total of 800 minutes for the opposition to debate in the House of Representatives. As for the issues and categories in the discussion, Mr. Pakornwut said that the Progressive Party has announced it on the party's page. The theme of the discussion is "What kind of crisis is this? Why is this kind o f budget being arranged?" because the government has said all the time that We are in a crisis. But actions are reflected in budgeting. We did not find much change in the budget from the previous government. 'We understand that the government has only recently been in office, but the draft budget is actually ready to be submitted to the House of Representatives. Since the government came into office When there is a delay Therefore, we expect significant changes to the draft budget. And there are differences from past governments,' Mr. Pakornwut said. When asked about studying the draft budget What abnormalities were found? Mr. Pakornwut said that abnormalities are normal because the budget was allocated normally. Nothing has changed. Not sure 3 months ago than the draft budget will enter the House of Representatives late Therefore, the budget may be enforced after half a year. As for whether the draft budget that the government sent before the new year had an impact on the opposition's education, Mr. Pakor nwut said that it did because working hours were reduced. There is only 8 days to consider, normally when Mr. Chuan Leekpai held the position of Speaker of the House of Representatives. There is still at least 12 days to consider. Therefore, we ask that the Cabinet respect the work of the House of Representatives in considering the Act. Without tying hands, he is the one who sets the date for consideration. However, please consult together first on the next occasion. As for concerns about the 105-day time frame, please don't worry. Because time is enough As for the government's request not to discuss the issue of Thaksin Shinawatra, Mr. Pakornwut said it was not relevant to the discussion on the draft budget. Every MP is aware of the relevant agenda and talks about it. And as for unnecessary agenda items, there is no need to mention outsiders.-318. Source: Thai News Agency

The Prime Minister ordered to accelerate the publicizing of the work for 4 months, assigned "Piraphan" to inspect the solar energy water pumping system project after the NACC feared that it might show signs of fraud. Mr. Karom Phonphonklang, Deputy Spokesperson for the Prime Minister's Office Announcing the results of the Cabinet meeting, Mr. Settha Thavisin, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Has ordered the spokesperson of each ministry Help publicize the great work the government has done in the past 4 months. Mr. Karom also stated that the National Anti-Corruption Commission or NACC has recommendations regarding the case of the Energy Conservation and Renewable Energy Promotion Fund. grassroots economy Solar energy pumping system project for agriculture for artesian wells To prevent corruption This is because the water pumping project received a high budget. It has been allocated continuously for many years. But it's not as if this project is a corruption. But it is to provide preventive informatio n. The reason for choosing this project is because it uses a continuous budget. Covers all areas There are 7 issues that may lead to corruption: 1. Regarding budget allocation. 2. Applying for projects of the fund which sometimes there is no certainty in doing 3. Procurement, for example, if the total contract is more than 500,000 baht, it will be e-bidding, but if it is less than 500,000 baht, it will be a specific method. which may be conducive to government agencies that causes corruption 4. Obtain ownership and maintenance of artesian wells 5. Take advantage of assets 6. Value Project evaluation follow-up 7. Disclosure of information to ensure transparency. Mr. Karom said that the Prime Minister had asked Mr. Peeraphan Saleerathaviphak, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy. What is your opinion? which Mr. Peeraphan It has been reported that this project may involve the use of the wrong type of money. and violate the objectives of the fund There are also other funds, such as the Electricity Fund, which have a similar nature. So I'm going to dismantle it all. By setting up a new committee to investigate, the Secretary-General of the Cabinet recommended that the proposal be submitted as a document at the next Cabinet meeting because it was an opinion without documentation.-314. Source: Thai News Agency

The Prime Minister urges the Cabinet to adopt the King's speech. It's a New Year's way of working. Ready to announce good news: China waives visas to enter the country permanently for Thai tourists, starting March 1. Mr. Settha Thavisin, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Gave an interview after the first Cabinet meeting of 2024, with a meeting time of 1.30 hours, starting at 8:30 a.m. and ending at 10:00 a.m. The Prime Minister stated that he has instructed the Cabinet to adopt His Majesty the King's royal speech. Given on the occasion of New Year's Day 2024 as a guideline for working. and continue the tradition good culture and it is considered an auspicious year because there will be an auspicious royal ceremony Celebrating His Majesty the King's 6th cycle 72nd birthday, which currently has a clear plan. Request that the committee and related persons strictly carry out their work. The Prime Minister also mentioned the case of exemption from visas for entering Thailand. Chinese tourists that will en d on February 29, 2024, recently there is good news that China will grant visa exemption for Thai people to travel to the country permanently. Starting on March 1, 2024, this will make travel between the two countries visa-free. It is considered to raise the level of relations between the two countries. and has ordered the Public Relations Department and related agencies to expedite clarifications that we are now ready for opening the country Please take good care of tourists. At the same time, the Cabinet agreed in order to stimulate tourism and the country's economy. There has been a restructuring of the excise tax. and various types of taxes, such as local liquor, are 0% and allow the Excise Department to review various laws. that helps with local liquor The Prime Minister also said that the Cabinet meeting agreed to increase fishing days for 1,200 fishing boats to solve the problem of Thai fisheries. From January 1, 2024, this will create employment for more than 20,000 people, generating more than 1,0 00 million baht in income for the country. This is good news for fishermen. In addition, the Cabinet also agreed to report on operating results. According to the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women as a guideline for improvement and the full advancement of women and protect children and promote education, which indicates that Thailand has made progress in rights and freedoms. Equality and equality Source: Thai News Agency

Government spokesperson reveals that the Prime Minister ordered the Ministry of Transport to fix the problem of the Mo Chit 2 platform not being ready after citizens complained. Prepare to evaluate after Songkran again. Mr. Chai Watcharong, Spokesman of the Prime Minister's Office Referring to the orders of Mr. Settha Thavisin, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, the Prime Minister expressed his congratulations and thanks to the agencies involved in taking care of the New Year festival, which found that accidents that caused loss and Injuries decreased a lot, only on January 1, 2024. Comparing to the same period in 2023, it was found that from 2023 there were 218 injuries and deaths, in 2024 there were 128 remaining. The Prime Minister also mentioned the case where people complained that At Mo Chit Bus Terminal 2, the platform is not ready. and the service is not good The Ministry of Transport immediately went to solve the problem. It has greatly improved public service. But the Prime Minister gave the policy to the Ministry of Transport to take care of the people during Songkran. The results will be measured again. There must be no noise. And there must be only praise from the people. The Prime Minister thanked Mr. Phumtham Wechayachai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Commerce. including the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives which has hastened to amend 20 various regulations that are obstacles to the boating of coastal fishermen As a result, approximately 1,200 fishing boats will be able to go fishing, creating 20,000 jobs, generating income of not less than 1,000 million baht. In addition, the Prime Minister urged the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Follow the earthquake situation in Japan. and request that there be periodic reports and notifications to Thai people to the consequences such as the occurrence of a tsunami etc Source: Thai News Agency

The Prime Minister confirmed the case of a 14-year-old boy shooting in the middle of Paragon. It's not a waste of time. Points out there is a mental problem Still under the control of the state Does not affect Chinese tourists Mr. Settha Thavisin, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Referring to the case of a 14-year-old child who committed a shooting incident in Siam Paragon Shopping Center on October 3, 2023, the child's detention is due. and the parents consented to the child continuing treatment at the Kanlayana Rajanagarindra Institute, stating that it was concluded that the 14-year-old child would continue receiving treatment at the Kanlayana Rajanagarindra Institute. To take care of the mental state which is still under the control of the state The part that is noted is prolonging time. Will it affect the confidence of Chinese tourists or not? The Prime Minister said no because it is still under control. Confirming this is not a delay because the 14-year-old child who caused the incident has a me ntal disorder. You must take good care of this place.-316. Source: Thai News Agency

Government spokesperson reveals that the Prime Minister ordered the Ministry of Transport to fix the problem of the Mo Chit 2 platform not being ready after citizens complained. Prepare to evaluate after Songkran again. Mr. Chai Watcharong, Spokesman of the Prime Minister's Office Referring to the orders of Mr. Settha Thavisin, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, the Prime Minister expressed his congratulations and thanks to the agencies involved in taking care of the New Year festival, which found that accidents that caused loss and Injuries decreased a lot, only on January 1, 2024. Comparing to the same period in 2023, it was found that from 2023 there were 218 injuries and deaths, in 2024 there were 128 remaining. The Prime Minister also mentioned the case where people complained that At Mo Chit Bus Terminal 2, the platform is not ready. and the service is not good The Ministry of Transport immediately went to solve the problem. It has greatly improved public service. But the Prime Minister gave the policy to the Ministry of Transport to take care of the people during Songkran. The results will be measured again. There must be no noise. And there must be only praise from the people. The Prime Minister thanked Mr. Phumtham Wechayachai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Commerce. including the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives which has hastened to amend 20 various regulations that are obstacles to the boating of coastal fishermen As a result, approximately 1,200 fishing boats will be able to go fishing, creating 20,000 jobs, generating income of not less than 1,000 million baht. In addition, the Prime Minister urged the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Follow the earthquake situation in Japan. and request that there be periodic reports and notifications to Thai people to the consequences such as the occurrence of a tsunami etc Source: Thai News Agency

The Prime Minister asks for blessings for the country to prosper. People's lives are better. Announces the auspicious time to sleep at the Government House on 7 January, hoping it will be a good time. Mr. Settha Thavisin, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Revealed after giving alms to monks On the occasion of New Year's Day 2024, today I have asked for blessings for the country to be prosperous. May people's lives be better. May everyone be inspired to work. During the ceremony of reciting the Buddhist mantra Somdet Buddhacarya I asked if I was tired or not. which the Prime Minister Didn't answer the question, but smiled back. After the Cabinet meeting was over, he would travel to his home in Phitsanulok. Pay homage to sacred things To enhance the auspiciousness of starting work in 2024. The Prime Minister spoke about the auspicious time for spending the night at Government House. From the 7th of January onwards, he said that he doesn't know why it is the 7th because the auspicious time comes like tha t. It is hoped that 7 will be a good number. However, the Prime Minister did not answer whether sleeping at Government House would make work better. Before walking up to Command Building 1 to immediately chair a cabinet meeting.- 313. Source: Thai News Agency