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Britains decision to revoke the visas of ousted the former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra and his wife but will not affect the bilateral relations between Thailand and Britain. Since, it is considered as a normal diplomatic practice. Former foreign affairs minister Tej Bunnag said the Thai premier and his wife had left for China. So [...]

Legal Consultant Phicha Vichitsin ( ) has submitted a request to the Senate to inspect the credentials of Constitution Tribunal Justice Charan Phakdithanakul ( ) after discovering that he had served in a variety of agencies prior to his placement in the post. Mr. Phicha traveled to meet with Senate Speaker Prasopsuk Boondet ( ) this [...]

The Prime Minister has declined to comment on former premier Thaksin Shinawatras declaration to resist efforts of legal action against him, choosing to speak on the threat of unemployment instead. Upon his return from the Philippines this morning, Prime Minister Somchai Wongsawat presided over the weekly Cabinet meeting today. Before entering the meeting, he met with [...]

A spokesman of the National Counter Corruption Commission (NCCC) confirmed that Bangkok governor Mr. Apirak Kosayodhin was involved in the Bangkoks fire vehicle purchase case, but further legal actions were still in process. Mr. Klanarong Chantik ( ), a spokesman and also one of NCCC member, revealed today (November 11) that the commission would declare its [...]

Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs David Miliband affirms that the United Kingdom has no intention of reinstating the visa of former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra and his wife Khunying Potjaman. Mr. Miliband stated that the decision to revoke the visa was made by Home Secretary Jacqui Smith who deemed Mr. Thaksins verdict [...]

Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, 28, the Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan ,is one of the youngest monarchs in the world. Jigme Khesar is the oldest son of Jigme Singye and his third wife, Queen Ashi Tshering Yangdon. The new king is unmarried and has a younger sister and brother and also four half-sisters and three half-brothers [...]

Prime Minister and officials travel to Vietnam to participate in The Ayeyawady - Chao Phraya - Mekong Economic Cooperation Strategy (ACMECS) on 6-7 November. Prime Minister Somchai Wongsawat would partake in the 3rd ACMECS summit meeting held in Vietnam on 6-7 November. The PM commented before his departure that he would discuss with leaders from 5 [...]

Prime Minister will pay official visit to the Philippines to strengthen their diplomatic ties and discuss on the global financial crisis on November 10. Prime Minister Somchai Wongsawat has planned to officially visit the Philippines on November 10 in response to the invitation sent by the Philippiness President, Gloria Macapagal Arroyo, in order to tighten up [...]

Prime Minister Somchai Wongsawat has stated that he was not made aware of rumors that the charter amendment being sought by his administration may be put on hold. PM Somchai stated that all sides involved in the matter would have to agree whether the charter amendment should be postponed, reminding that the parliament is heading the [...]

Minister of Justice indicated ruling People Power partys MPs move to collect peoples names to enforce law to grant amnesty for former Prime Minister Pol Lt Col Thaksin Shinawatra and other former executives of now defunct Thai Rak Thai party was legally acceptable. Minister of Justice Mr. Somsak Kiatsuranont ( ) disclosed today (November 5) that [...]

The Prime Minister will this morning chair a meeting in preparation for the upcoming 14th ASEAN leaders summit to take place in Chiang Mai province in December this year. Prime Minister Somchai Wongsawat will preside over preparations to hold the 14th ASEAN summit at 8:30 AM today. He will meet with other members of the organizational [...]

Minister of Energy stated oil companies have been prepared to buy over one million litres of raw palm oil from farmers starting this week, while officials of three relevant ministries-agriculture and cooperatives, commerce and energy will meet today (November 4) to map out measures to resolve the prevailing low palm oils price. Dr. Wannarat Channukul, the [...]

Thai and Cambodian foreign ministers plan to conduct the 3rd meeting on border dispute issues and further discuss on the JBC meeting which will be concluded on 10-11 November 2008, while expecting to figure out on Preah Vihear Temples boundary allocation first. Department of Information director-general and Foreign Ministry spokesman, Mr. Tharid Charoongwat ( ) revealed [...]

The ruling People Power party (PPP) has scheduled a special meeting today (November 3) to review framework of the proposed establishment of the Constitution Drafting Assembly (CDA). PPP interim spokesman Lt.Kuthep Saikrachang ( ) revealed today that the meeting will be held today to discuss the Constitution amendment. It will also review the establishment framework of [...]

The anti-government Peoples Alliance for Democracy (PAD) does not set any rally plans for this week, revealing that it will focus on securing its rally site and members while criticizing recent events conducted by its opposition. PAD coordinator Suriyasai Katasila ( ) stated on Sunday (November 2) that the PAD chose not to interfere with the [...]

A Special Committee for Human Rights investigating the October 7th incident reveals that it will conclude its report within next week after recieving testimony from the Prime Minister. Member of the National Human Rights Commission and Chairman of the Special Committee investigating the October 7th clash between police and protestors, Surasee Kosolnawin ( ), revealed that [...]

Constitutional Court justice Mr. Jarun Pukditanakul ( ) revealed today (October 30) he has not been shaken by the recent explosive attack on his home and has refrained from pointing a finger of blame at any group for concern it would only further incite division in the nation. The constitution court justices home was recently attacked [...]

The Democrat Party supports the current governments framework for temporary negotiations initiative with Cambodia. Mr. Abhisit Vejjajiva, the Democrat Party leader and also the Opposition party leader in the House of Parliament, revealed that he and his party are willing to support the governments establishment of framework for the temporary negotiations with Cambodia in order to [...]

Spokesman of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Tharit Charungvat says Thailand has evidences to clarify clashes with Cambodia at Preah Vihear in any forums. The spokesman said that detonated landmines which severely injured two Thai military officers stationed in the controversial overlapping area are new. Thailand is now assessing Cambodias stance on the border dispute following [...]

TOTs staffs in Chiang Mai were instructed to avoid wearing uniforms temporarily to avoid being attacked by local people, following their Bangkok colleagues hurling bottles and sandals against prime ministers entourage this week. TOTs staffs in Chiang Mai province feared of being attacked by local Chiang Mai people following their colleagues in Bangkok booing and hurling [...]