Category: Politics

Parliament, "Ajarn Yutthaporn" points out "Ice Rakchanok is still an MP even though he was sentenced to prison." without parole The reason the court granted bail on the day of the decision and Still waiting for the case to reach its conclusion. Warning to MPs who broke the case 112 There are diagnostic guidelines.

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yuthaphon Isarachai, full-time lecturer, Faculty of Political Science, Sukhothai Thammathirat Open University Referring to the case in which the Court of First Instance sentenced Ms. Rakchanok Srinok, Bangkok Kaew Klai Party, to 6 years in prison, without parole, for an offense under Section 112 and the Computer Crimes Act. But they were allowed to be temporarily released during the appeal period. If this is the case, it is still considered that Ms. Rakchanok still has membership as an MP because the court granted her bail on the day the judgment of the Court of First Instance was issued. Therefore, it is considered that the case has not yet reached the conclusion of a prison sentence. Therefore, he can continue to perform his duties as an MP. From now on, he must follow up on fighting cases in the Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court. If you agree to the final case, will you be imprisoned or not? If the case is final, imprisonment will be given whether in the Court of Appeal or the Supreme Court. It will cause you to lose your membership and the picture. But today it is not considered that the membership has expired. Because the property has not yet been sold or it has prohibited characteristics according to Section 98 (6)

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Yutthaporn also said that in the case of other MPs who were charged with Section 112 and offenses related to the Computer Act. It might be the same way. Because the diagnostic guidelines have already been laid out. Both matters of judgment and granting bail However, one must look at the details of each case to see if there are differences or not. But if the nature of the case is similar, it is very worrying.

Source: Thai News Agency

Interior Ministry is ready to drive measures to support the 66/67 dry season to prevent water shortages affecting the people in a timely manner.

Ms. Traisulee Traisanakul, Secretary, Minister of Interior and Spokesperson of the Ministry of Interior, said that in the past year 2023, Thailand and many countries around the world faced climate change. And it is expected that the El Niño phenomenon will result in drought that may affect various sectors. Whether it's agriculture Consumption, industry and tourism To mitigate the above impacts, the Ministry of Interior has been closely monitoring weather information. Give importance to coordinating with relevant agencies so that the Ministry's agencies Both the government and local government Take part in driving plans to deal with and solve problems at all levels.

Most recently, Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior. We were informed of the measures to support the dry season of 2023/24 and the project to increase the efficiency of water resources management to support the situation of drought and rain in 2024 that the National Water Resources Board had approved. After this, agencies under the Ministry of Interior will be assigned. Continue to take urgent measures.

“Mr. M.T. 1 has been following up and is aware of reports that the current weather situation poses a risk that the dry season, which has started since last November, will last until April next year. There will be a water shortage that will affect various sectors. He therefore instructed the entire province and local people pay attention to this issue A work plan has been prepared that is consistent with measures to support the dry season. Improving the efficiency of water management In order to prevent and reduce the impact that will happen to the people in a timely manner in the future,” Ms. Traisulee said.

Ms. Traisulee said that measures to support the dry season of 2023/24 have been approved by the National Water Resources Board. and related agencies will continue to integrate their work It consists of a plan in 3 areas: water cost (supply), water demand (Demand) and management (Management), totaling 9 measures, such as monitoring and preparing to manage reserve water sources and planning to prepare machinery and equipment in the monitoring area. dehydration Efficient water replenishment operations Establish a water allocation plan and planting area. Management services in accordance with water use priorities set by the Basin Committee. Strengthen community water management public relations create awareness Increase water use efficiency Save and reduce water loss.

In terms of the project to increase the efficiency of water resource management. There are many related plans, such as repairs and improvements to the hydraulics building. Creating water security for consumption Increasing water costs to support drought and preparation of machine tools.

Source: Thai News Agency

Bangkok, 'Chaithawat' plans to meet and work closely. 'Joint opposition party' after His Majesty the King Official 'opposition leader' But there will be a general discussion. or debate of no confidence Depends on content-readiness It is expected that consideration of the 2024 budget will be completed in March before the close of the session.

Date: 11 Dec. 2023 Mr. Chaithawat Tulathon, list of MPs and the leader of the progressive party Referring to discussions between opposition parties in the debate at the opening of the parliamentary session. Because the Democrat Party has a new party leader, Mr. Chaithawat said that when the House opens its session next week Opposition parties will likely have closer discussions. Original from the last meeting We had an informal meeting together. which was thought to have to wait for the royal approval process opposition leader which when the opposition leader is officially clear There should also be a formal opposition party meeting. At this time, the royal process Not yet finished But working in the House of Representatives Must start now.

When asked if the Democrat Party has Mr. Chalermchai Sri-on as the new party leader. Will it make discussions easier or not? Mr. Chaithawat said it would be the same. No matter who the party leader is

When asked whether the new leader of the Democrat Party seems to be an obstacle for the opposition's work or not. Because there is news that The Democrat Party is looking for a way to join the government. Mr. Chaithawat said that working together must be respectful. If we just don't trust each other unnecessarily. It probably won't create a good working atmosphere together.

When asked that because the upcoming parliamentary session will be the last session of this year, the opposition is preparing for a no-confidence debate. Or at what time will the general debate be opened? Mr. Chaithawat said that in the beginning when the House was open, it would be important to consider the law. including draft laws of the Cabinet (Cabinet), draft laws that various political parties and draft laws that the people proposed This is because the House of Representatives did not consider the draft law at all in the previous session. There are several bills pending. Including the government.

In addition, there is an important agenda for considering important agenda items in the draft budget bill for the fiscal year 2024. Budget Act which is expected to be completed within March 2024 before the session is closed again. It should give us time for a big discussion. But it will be a general discussion without voting or a debate of no confidence. There will probably be another discussion with the opposition parties. It depends on the content, facts, and information in the opposition's work. How prepared are you?

When asked if it was necessary or not that the opposition's right to debate must be exercised Or if there is no issue, there will be no discussion, Mr. Chaithawat said, taking the content as the main focus. As for the issues that will be open for discussion, It still takes time. But as the opposition party, we should use the opportunity in the House. Check and balance the work of the administration to be most beneficial to the people.

Source: Thai News Agency

Bangkok, "Nikorn" suggests proposing a draft amnesty bill in the name of the "coalition party" to show the unity government as previously announced, saying that society is annoyed at the word "amnesty" if the word "amnesty" is changed. It can be done, recommending the appointment of a special education committee to create laws regarding unity building.

Mr. Nikorn Chamnong, Chairman of the sub-committee listening to public opinions on the guidelines for holding the referendum. To amend the Constitution of the Kingdom of Thailand, 2017, referring to the case where the Pheu Thai Party is preparing to propose a draft amnesty bill (Act) to join the draft of the Progressive Party, that in fact it cannot be called a proposal. Because it is the principle of political action. Meanwhile, the Pheu Thai Party itself originally had problems with amnesty. Despite the fact that the matter had already ended a long time ago, therefore, I can see why it was not proposed on behalf of the coalition government. When it was already announced that this government is a reconciliation government Seek harmony One thing we can do now is to be able to bring opposing political parties together to form a coalition government. The concrete part We also come to take care of the various conflicts that exist in Thai society.

Mr. Nikorn said that, in fact, the word amnesty Everyone is already teasing. If you could call it something else, it would be fine. In order not to have problems with words that have been used for a long time as negative. He therefore saw that it should be proposed on behalf of the coalition government in order to follow the same guidelines. As a reconciliation government, it truly transcends conflict. Or another option might be to propose setting up a special committee (committee) to study the preparation of laws regarding unity building or something like this. which had previously been studied by someone The term transitional justice may be used. The principle is that the offender has political beliefs. in which normal law cannot be applied Therefore, special legislation may need to be enacted. In this proposal, it is considered that sensitive matters must be omitted, including Section 112 offenses and severe criminal offenses. In order to prevent new conflicts from arising, such as fatal offenses -313 .

Source: Thai News Agency

Bangkok, "Chalermchai" said "I'd like to think about it first" after "Det Is-Chaichana" brought a group of 21 Democrat MPs to his house and invited them to become party leaders.

Reporters reported that after 21 Democrat Party MPs, led by Mr. Det-Ism Khaothong, Songkhla MP, and Mr. Chaichana Dejdecho, Nakhon Si Thammarat MP, There was a unanimous decision to invite Mr. Chalermchai Sri-on, acting secretary-general of the party. Become a candidate to vote for the new party leader. The names will also be presented to the Extraordinary General Meeting on December 9th. After that, the said group of MPs traveled to meet Mr. Chalermchai at his residence.

However, at 5:40 p.m., Mr. Pramuan Phongthawaradet, Prachuap Khiri Khan MP and Party MP chairman, revealed that everyone had talked with Mr. Chalermchai. Just like the resolution of the meeting that he wanted Mr. Chalermchai Become a coordinator for all parties Reduce divisions in the party Mr. Chalermchai replied, "Let me think about it first. Wait another 1-2 days." Even though everyone tried to persuade him to accept the position. But Mr. Chalermchai He repeated the same words, "Let me think about it first," without saying anything further.

While Ms. Wathanya Bunnag and Mr. Naraphat Kaewthong, two other party leadership candidates Still unable to contact.

Source: Thai News Agency

San Francisco, US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen reiterated that The United States and China must restore healthy economic relations. After a period of tense relationship

Yellen told the media on Friday, US time. After meeting for two days with Vice Premier He China's Lifeng in San Francisco in the United States said The United States does not want to separate its economy from China. Because it will cause damage to both countries and make the world unstable. She and the Chinese vice premier have spent the past two days laying the groundwork with frank and fruitful talks. Because nothing can replace face-to-face diplomacy, the two sides agreed that she would visit China again next year.

The US Treasury Secretary also said that The United States is concerned about the flow of essential Russian military equipment into Russia to evade sanctions. She did not accuse the Chinese government of this. But some private Chinese companies and financial institutions have been involved in facilitating the transport. She reiterated during a discussion with the Chinese Vice Premier that The United States wants China to clean up this matter. But if no action is taken, the United States is preparing to impose additional sanctions.

Source: Thai News Agency

Bangkok, "Phoomtham" reveals progress of the Education Sub-Committee, talking with Seri-Parit, listening to the guidelines of the Senators and MPs in formulating referendum questions, looking at channels for the constitution to be passed, ready to talk with all groups. Summary of opinions, expected at the end of December to propose a large committee. Suggest that all parties join hands to create a democratic constitution.

Mr. Phumtham Wechayachai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Commerce As chairman of the committee to consider and study guidelines for holding a referendum To solve the problem of different opinions Regarding the Constitution of the Kingdom of Thailand 2017, mentioning the progress of operations, the two sub-committees have already begun their work, with the Education Sub-Committee. talked with academics Legal experts and politicians by talking with Mr. Seri Suwannaphanon, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Political Development and Public Participation, to come to an agreement on listening to opinions. In the matter of asking questions by giving The Senator expressed his opinion. What kind of constitution do you want to see?

In addition, I also talked with Mr. Parit Watcharasin, Chairman of the Commission. political development mass communication and public participation The House of Representatives has come up with guidelines for questions to ask MPs because political parties play an important role in drafting all 500 MPs to represent people from various groups, while senators are representatives of various professions. The discussion will get to know what the Senators and MPs desire because both MPs and Senators have the power to decide whether to pass or not pass the constitution. Therefore, by getting to know the understanding and thoughts of all 700 people, we will be able to see what the way for the constitution to be passed will be.

In addition, there will be various professions. to listen to the guidelines both from student groups That will be discussed around the beginning of November, with military, police, and civil society groups such as the Assembly of the Poor, P-Move, and iLaw. The talks will allow the opinions of various groups to be heard more clearly and make democracy the principle we need most. Including considering what limitations the various parties have in order to solve them. This is expected at the end of December. The Education Subcommittee will come to a conclusion. and the beginning of January or the beginning of the first quarter of 2024 It will be submitted to a large committee for consideration before being presented to the Cabinet for finalizing the referendum. with topics and questions As collected by the Education Subcommittee

Reporters asked how far the party has progressed. Are there any proposals for amending the constitution? Mr. Phumtham said Look at the way he proposed the constitutional motion. Still insisting on drafting the entire draft. Without excluding Category 1 and Category 2 The principles of the government are already different. and the majority in the House belongs to the government. Confirming the position of not touching Section 1 and Section 2 because there is no need to cause conflicting understandings. and has created new conflicts And if it is a conflict with something that MPs and senators do not agree with, the draft constitution, no matter how well written, will not pass. But we aim to see a democratic constitution as much as possible. as much as possible and aim to pass Can be used in the new election.

“Democratic principles require listening to the majority in society. If you really want to see democracy You should not insist on your own thoughts. If we don't go through what will happen will become like that. We can only propose a constitution that is very democratic in our opinion. but have never been able to use it If you understand this and see that society has different opinions. No one's opinion is the most correct. But when we live together, we must discuss with each other. Using the best point When society is ready, it will gradually develop. And today we will have a better democracy than in 2017, when there was more democracy and people received more protection. We must live with the truth. You must see the development that needs to be corrected. Because democracy never happens at once as desired. Around the world, democratic countries There must be development. I want you to understand this and help make the constitution pass. Otherwise, the older generation will become a hindrance. making the country less democratic Unable to overcome various conflicts that arise It will not be good for society,” Mr. Phumtham said.

Source: Thai News Agency

Democrat Party, "Jurin" compares digital wallets to "monkeys in nets" because they still have the same two problems and add two new ones.

Mr. Jurin Laksanawisit, list of MPs, acting leader of the Democrat Party. Commenting on the Ministry of Finance's 3 options in the case of digital wallets, the Democrat Party It also asserts that it is the government's right to determine policy. But all problems, he sees, are caused by populist campaigning. Can it be done or not? Slowly go and die. Until today, the condition is like a monkey unraveling a net. Because in addition to having the original 2 problems that need to be solved, there are also 2 new problems added. All of which still have no answers.

The same 2 problems that he had previously spoken about were 1. What to do? and 2. Where would the money come from? Because it is tied to both financial sources and legal issues. Especially the one who vowed that he would not use the budget and would not take out a loan. So it became even more tied up with itself, and 2 new problems were added: 1. When can it be done? Because it has been postponed twice already and 2, will the goal be changed from stimulating the advertised economy to helping the poor or not? All of which become 4 big problems that the government must have answers to. Because of the populism that campaigned for. - Thai News Agency

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WASHINGTON, The United States and China agreed on Friday to work to have the two countries' leaders meet next month. After US President Joe Biden met with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi at the White House

Mr. Biden invited President Xi Jinping to come to San Francisco. in November to attend the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit at a time when relations between the world's two superpowers are tense. Mr. Xi did not confirm that Will he come to the meeting or not? After Mr Wang met with Mr Biden and other senior US officials in Washington. The White House said The two countries agreed to maintain a high level of diplomacy to ensure smooth relations. The White House also said in a statement that Both the United States and China pledged to work together in the lead-up to the meeting between President Biden and President Xi. in San Francisco in november

A senior U.S. government official said: The White House has left it up to Beijing to confirm whether Xi will travel to San Francisco for the APEC meeting. But the United States has prepared for a meeting between the two leaders. - Thai News Agency

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Israel, Italian Prime Minister Georgia Meloni meets with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Tel Aviv. Amid the problem of fighting between Israel and Hamas.

Georgia Meloni Prime Minister of Italy Met and discussed with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Tel Aviv. last Saturday Amid the problem of fighting between Israel and Hamas. Happening since 7 Oct.

Previously, the Prime Minister of Italy Just finished attending the International Summit for Peace in Egypt and addressed the meeting. Calling on the international community to help avoid the conflict from expanding. and jointly set up a roadmap To lead to a solution to coexistence, namely the establishment of two independent states, there must be a clear time frame for implementation. – Thai News Agency

Source: Thai News Agency