Category: Internal Affairs

Parliament, The Prime Minister posted a photo talking with Kanchanaburi MPs from the Pheu Thai Party after finding that villagers in Si Sawat District encountered problems with land overlapping the dam boundary. Ordered the Royal Thai Survey Department to conduct a new survey, saying within 6 months the dispute would end.

Mr. Settha Thavisin, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Posted a message via In December 2023 and heard the suffering of the people from both MPs and people in the area. About land in Si Sawat District Kanchanaburi Province There has been a dispute since the issuance of the Royal Decree specifying a restricted area of ??land in 1938, continuing until the construction of the dam in 1981, where there was a problem of overlapping the boundary of the dam.

After ordering to expedite the resolution of the problem and continuously following up on the results of operations. Yesterday (21 Feb.) I received a report from the Military Survey Department that Now a new map has been explored. and fou
nd that now the boundary of Srinakarin Dam Surveyed by the National Parks Department is inaccurate from the actual area conditions. which does not overlap with the areas of more than 900 households that are currently in dispute.

The next step is through the Royal Thai Survey Department. The newly surveyed maps will be delivered to the National Park Service. To present the matter to the Cabinet by the Minister of Natural Resources and Environment. to change the said decree within the next 6 months. Disputes become settled. Concerns of brothers and sisters in Si Sawat District It will become a source of peace of mind because there is stability in housing and employment.’.

Source: Thai News Agency

Charansanitwong, “Santana” appears in the moonlight. Claimed to have come to meet Thaksin but did not meet. Aiming for the next appointment

Reporters reported that at 1:30 p.m., Mr. Santhana Prayoonrat, former Special Branch police officer Travel to Ban Chan Song La to request a meeting with Mr. Thaksin Shinawatra, former prime minister Claimed to be traveling according to appointment who has made an urgent letter to Ms. Pae Thongthan Shinawatra, leader of the Pheu Thai Party from February 7 that he would come to meet Mr. Thaksin on February 22, even though since the letter was submitted 15 days in advance, no one has responded to the letter. But when the appointed day arrived, to request a personal visit As for the suspension regulations, what will they be? I myself am not a prisoner, so I don’t understand. But as far as I know, there are still people who can come and meet Mr. Thaksin. And he himself wrote a letter requesting permission 15 days in advance. As for if he were to meet Mr. Thaksin, there would
be issues that needed to be discussed personally with Charansanit. Because Mr. Thaksin has not returned to the country for 17 years, and he himself has been prohibited from leaving the country for 16 years, and there is still something that he would like to learn from Mr. Thaksin.

Mr. Santhana is still confident that he will not meet with Mr. Thaksin. Because in the past, it was believed that Mr. Thaksin would have heard news about himself and would not like him. But personally we still haven’t had a chance to talk. But I emphasize that I am the first person. who want to meet Mr. Thaksin and already knew that Mr. Thaksin would receive a reprieve from the first day of his arrival in Thailand. Because everything has already been prepared and planned. It is not a matter of surprise. Ready to confirm that today we will wait until we get an answer from Mr. Thaksin. or inside the house whether to let them meet or not Because he is a clear person and needs an answer, he will travel back.

Then at 2:25 p.m., the Dep
uty Superintendent of Investigation, Bang Phlat Police Station, came to inform Mr. Santhana. that he received a coordination phone call from someone in the house that it was not convenient for him to meet Mr. Thaksin without telling the reason This caused Mr. Santhana to give another interview to the media. that he did not ask the Deputy Superintendent of Investigation of Bang Phlat Police Station whether there had been any reason for the inconvenience of the meeting or not. and stated that today’s appointment must be postponed first. but didn’t cancel Next time, I will try to contact you to make an appointment again. When it is convenient for Mr. Thaksin to meet. Then immediately traveled back.

As for the atmosphere throughout this day, it is still quite quiet. because no important person was found traveling There was only a car, a Hyundai H1 dark blue, registration number 1, NJ 4474, Bangkok, running into Ban Chan Song La. But he hasn’t come back out yet. At the same time, police patrol vehicles have perio
dically come to maintain order.

Source: Thai News Agency

Bangkok, “Chaithawat” points out that before amnesty, a process must be created to create acceptance first, looking at the conflict situation differently from the past. If we rush to propose an amnesty for the Section 112 case, it may not be an obstacle.

Mr. Chaithawat Tulathon, leader of the opposition and Progress Party MP As a special committee to consider and study guidelines for enacting the Amnesty Act Mentioned consideration of the goals of the amnesty. that this study will be different from every previous study of reconciliation and reconciliation Due to different situations Especially the conflicts over the past 2-3 years, along with revealing the essence of the proposal for the commissioner to consider.

‘I myself have suggested that this amnesty must not be considered only about amnesty. We must look at the overall picture of creating reconciliation and creating political harmony. This political amnesty is one of them. You shouldn’t just look at this as an amnesty. and this amnesty We are in a sit
uation where the political conflict has not yet ended. Therefore, the aim should be for an amnesty to stop the escalation of conflict so that it does not cause an undesirable situation or even more violence in the future. and open the way to be able to find mutually acceptable political agreements in the future,’ Mr. Chaithawat said.

Mr. Chaithawat emphasized that creating reconciliation is not just about enacting an amnesty law. As for the process that will allow various conflicts to be understood, reduce confrontation, reduce suspicion, and create mutual agreements together. This process is important and may become a prerequisite before an amnesty can be offered. The content does not limit who the amnesty will be granted or how comprehensive it will be. Or what kind of amnesty? But there must be a process of acceptance before the amnesty can begin.

Every matter must result in an acceptance process, whether it be the matter of amnesty regarding Section 112 cases, which is an important principle that was pr
esented today at the meeting. which admits that this issue is a detail that still has different opinions Even though they agree on the main principles Some people think that the inclusion of Section 112 amnesty may become an obstacle in which no amnesty can be granted to anyone at all. Or if amnesty is not included in Section 112 cases, it may not be the answer to halt the expansion of the current conflict.

The trend may have many options. Guidelines for creating reconciliation and amnesty and then comparing the pros and cons. or amnesty in some matters, some cases where there are many different opinions Conditions may be put in place. What is the process that needs to be done to create acceptance and lead to some kind of agreement, then be able to propose this matter? to go to amnesty

Mr. Chaithawat also mentioned the case where there was a picture of “Tawan” the activist. Was sexually assaulted and sent to Thammasat Hospital After fasting for more than 9 days, many activists still use this method to deman
d justice. that right now the party cannot get involved in anything and no one was sent to look at such cases. Now let’s make it an official process. But we are concerned. Because this is a concrete matter that reflects The matter of amnesty If you think of granting amnesty and excluding some offenses, It may not be the answer in this situation. Because of the current political situation, some political cases cannot be ignored. But he understood different opinions. that if this group of people were to be amnesty And will it lead to the same situation again? I understand this concern. He therefore proposed using this committee to study and create a process that is mutually acceptable. or create a collective agreement that will lead to society in the future To be able to live together and is one of the conditions for amnesty.

Source: Thai News Agency

Parliament, The House of Representatives accepts the principles of the draft Fisheries Act. “Pitha” points out that fishermen in 22 provinces are in tears, having to bear the consequences of IUU even though 6.7% of their exports are to Europe, resulting in exporters not being punished. The person who received the sentence did not send it out.

Reporters reported that House of Representatives meeting with Mr. Pichet Muang Phan Second Vice President of the Council Acting as the chairman of the meeting Considered the draft Act (Act) amending the Fisheries Emergency Decree B.E. 2015 B.E….. which was proposed by the Cabinet. and there are 7 other similar drafts.

By Mr. Pitha Limjaroenrat List of MPs The Advisory Chairman to the Leader of the Progressive Party kicked off the discussion by reminding fellow members that the draft Fisheries Act brought to the House of Representatives from 21 April 2015 until today shows the inertia of the House. To solve the problem in 2015, we passed the law. Illegal and unregulat
ed fishing, or IUU, which clearly states that we must abide by the principle of using long arm jurisdiction, and if Thailand does not comply, it will not be able to export fisheries products to be sold to the European Union. Therefore, I would like to remind you again that Thailand exports 200 billion baht of fisheries, of which only 6.7% is exported to Europe.

‘But the people who will have to pay the price are our fellow citizens who were not exported to Europe. Exporters are not punished. The person who received the sentence did not send it out. This is an injustice throughout the past 10 years that has made people shed tears after tears. Today is the day that we will join in the vision of everyone, every party, to pass this law. Set up a committee. and pass the law as soon as possible,’ Mr. Pitha said.

Mr. Pitha discussed the impact of the fishing industry. From 2017-2023, exports decreased by 11%. Don’t forget that exports are not just about catching fish. But there are still matters of ports, fish pier
s and transportation that the Prime Minister traveled to meet with the people on August 31, 2023 and promised the president of the Fisheries Association that he would fix it for the fishermen as quickly as possible. At least the law must be fixed within 90 days, but the port, fishing pier, and shipping industries have lost 25%. This is the size, severity, and length of more than 10 years that fishermen have been oppressed by authoritarian laws. I was squeezed until I had no other options left.

Mr. Pitha said that 4,632 fishermen who became accused in the case face heavy fines and imprisonment. Forced to sell many boats The villagers say that having to adapt to IUU doesn’t mean anything. But you must give him a chance to adjust. It’s not a fine until he goes bankrupt. If there is a transition period There is a fishing fund. The law must be made correct and sacred. He does not argue, but is it proportionate or not to the crime he committed?

‘In some cases, the father died and did not notify BMS and returned t
o shore, so he was prosecuted. Was fined hundreds of thousands therefore calling on this council No matter what law is passed Let’s bring together the body of the Forward Party because the Party’s bill is Forward. Emphasis is placed on local people taking care of their own resources. There will be a provincial fisheries committee that will determine fishing conditions as appropriate for the area. It’s not about making a dozen shirts. and expanded the conservation area to 12 nautical miles. There were 4 people involved, the head of the table being the Prime Minister. Subdistrict Administrative Organization that is elected and there were representatives from the Subdistrict Administrative Organization and the Provincial Administrative Organization. Finally, the committee members were asked The Cabinet and stakeholders think of 3 important visions. is to take into account the lifestyle of fishermen Fishery resources and stability of the economy,’ Mr. Pitha said.

Meanwhile, Lieutenant Thammanat Phromphao, Minist
er of Agriculture and Cooperatives, revealed that he tried to close his eyes and think of his fishermen in all 22 provinces. He said that 10 years ago, he thought of the situation in the past where there were no laws to enforce them. Thai fisheries are considered kings of the ocean. Make a huge income But during the past period Legal obstacles prevent fishermen from surviving. There are debts and lawsuits. Confirm that the law that the government drafted today Representing the fishermen’s brothers and sisters Himself as the Cabinet Today, he asks fellow members to join in making merit. Make merit for Thai brothers and sisters Especially fishing families in all 22 provinces.

The meeting then voted to accept the principles of all 8 draft bills with a resolution of 416 people, none disagreeing. The number of voters was 416, appointing a committee of 37 people, using the draft of the Cabinet as the main body.

Reporters reported that today Mr. Settha Thavisin, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance have followed
Meeting of the House of Representatives.

Source: Thai News Agency

New York: Minister Counselor Le Thi Minh Thoa, Deputy Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the United Nations (UN), has affirmed that the values, objectives and principles of the UN Charter have served as an important foundation of international law.

Thoa made the affirmation while addressing the annual session of the Special Committee on the Charter of the UN, which is taking place in New York from February 20-28 with the participation of representatives from nearly 90 member countries and many international organisations.

This year’s meeting focused on the role of the UN Charter in maintaining international peace and security, and addressing disputes by peaceful measures, along with the use of mediation measures in the work.

Regarding sanctions, Thoa emphasised that they would not help promote friendship and cooperation, but should only be the last measure and match the UN Charter and international law.

She called on Sanctions Committees and experts to consider and assess impacts on economic activitie
s and livelihoods of people, especially vulnerable groups.

For the settlement of disputes by peaceful means, she noted that Vietnam always upholds this basic principle of international law and supports the measures stipulated in Article 33 of the UN Charter as well as other peaceful means chosen by parties.

With the assistance of a neutral third party in mediation, which could be an individual, any country/group of countries or international organisation, relevant sides would begin direct negotiations or seek other solutions, Thoa suggested.

The Special Committee on the Charter of the UN was established in 1975 for countries to discuss the implementation of the UN Charter. It holds annual meetings to discuss and consider related proposals. Since its adoption in 1945, the UN Charter had been amended three times in 1963, 1965 and 1973./.

Source:Vietnam News Agency

Prachuap Khiri Khan, After the HTMS Sukhothai sank on December 18, 2022, today is the first day of the ship salvage mission. It is considered part of this year’s Cobra Gold training. The United States, which is ready with military equipment, has volunteered to assist in salvaging the ship.

Source: Thai News Agency

Parliament, Senate taps “Seththa Cabinet” on 25 March for a total of 15 hours, with the Senate getting 11 hours. Cabinet explains 3 hours. Senate President 30 minute

Mr. Pornpetch Wichitcholchai, President of the Senate Chairing the meeting of the Senate Extraordinary Affairs Committee (Senate Whip), considering the agenda for the Senate agenda on February 27, 2024, such as setting up a regular committee to perform background investigations. Conduct and ethical behavior of the person nominated for the position of Auditor General, namely Mr. Monthian Charoenphon

The meeting also discussed the implementation of the motion to open general debate in the Senate. In order for the Cabinet to state facts or clarify important problems regarding the administration of government without a vote in accordance with Section 153 of the 2017 Constitution, which will take place on March 25 from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 a.m., for a total of 15 hours. Divided into 11 hours and 30 minutes of debate by the Senate members, 3 hours by th
e Cabinet for clarification, and 30 minutes by the Senate President. As for the allocation of time and sequence of discussions, Mr. Seri Suwannaphanon and the group of people who moved the motion. is the operator

In addition, at the meeting of Senate whips There has been a study of 4 draft bills that the House of Representatives has resolved to accept in principle in the first session: 1. Draft of the Local Personnel Administration Act (No. ..) B.E. Prof. …. 2. Draft Act to repeal the Order of the Head of the National Council for Peace and Order No. 8/2017 regarding the promotion of local personal administration reform, dated February 21, 2017, B.E. 3. Draft of the Local Personnel Administration Regulations Act (No. ..) B.E. …. and 4. Draft of the Local Personnel Administration Regulations Act (No. ..) B.E. . …. It was agreed that the Senate Local Government Committee should be assigned to consider further.-

Source: Thai News Agency

Parliament, “Chaichana” revealed that it was too late to submit an amendment to the Corrections Act, refusing to answer whether or not it would block “Yingluck” from entering the country. But it is for equality and justice.

Mr. Chaichana Dechdecho, Nakhon Si Thammarat MP Democrat Party As deputy party leader Referring to the Democrat Party Propose a draft amendment to the Corrections Act, which has been rumored to be too slow or not, insisting that it is not slow because this draft has been submitted before. In the last parliament But the council’s term expired first. This time, the Democrat Party submitted a new request. because he thought that in the future the suspension of punishment would be considered The committee must come from many different organizations in order to be standardized.

However, when asked about the draft This Act will be issued in time. Ms. Yingluck Shinawatra, another former prime minister Who might change their mind and come back into the country or not? Mr. Chaichana said We do th
is not to deter anyone. But doing this so that society can see that Thai society must not have double standards. There must be equality.

‘I see every political party demanding that equality must occur in this society. But political parties do not demand equality themselves. So how can you be a leader of the people? I can tell you as a person. MPs would like to forward this matter to the Prime Minister. As the highest leader of the government You must manage Thai society to be equal and correct. Thai society can rely on the justice process. If and when we cannot rely on the government and the justice system And who will the people rely on?’ Mr. Chaichana Said.-

Source: Thai News Agency

Parliament, Minister of Justice explains “Thaksin” is seriously ill and has been evaluated by a team of doctors. It is considered a special suspended sentence. “Natcha’ taunts all 70-year-old prisoners who can fill out a self-assessment form and send it to the Director-General, while Pheu Thai MPs gathered together to protest.

Reporters reported that The 20th Meeting of the House of Representatives, Second Annual Ordinary Session, with Mr. Padipat Santipada, First Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives Chairing the meeting Agenda for considering the live question thread: Mr. Natcha Bunchai Insawat, MP for Bangkok, Kao Klai Party, asked questions about the regulations of the Department of Corrections, to which Pol. Col. Thawee Sodsong, Minister of Justice, was the answerer.

Mr. Natcha said that the regulations for suspended sentences according to the Department of Corrections Act, B.E. 2017, including ministerial regulations and the announcement of the Department of Corrections 2021 that states that
the person receiving punishment must be a prisoner with good behavior. or have health problems received a special suspension of punishment Therefore, there is doubt that in the case of Mr. Thaksin Shinawatra, former Prime Minister who received treatment in a police hospital for 180 days, not detention outside of prison How do you qualify for a suspended sentence?

Mr. Natcha questioned the process of suspending the sentence. How did the Director General select 8 prisoners from more than 200,000 people? Did someone nominate or choose arbitrarily? and the Minister of Justice must give approval. It is necessary to see the written document. Therefore, please bring the signature of the Minister to open for viewing. Moreover, the conditions of the suspended sentence That is, they must have 7 illnesses that are at risk of death if they remain in prison. or are over 70 years old and unable to help themselves But in the case of outsiders Each minister responded in a different way. Therefore, I would like to ask for cl
arification in the House of Representatives clearly. Don’t let society misunderstand you.

‘I will not ask about the details of the disease. But I want to know who is the ‘Angel Doctor’ who signed the certificate. A male prisoner with a serious illness was cured in 180 days and the next day he was able to return home. Then the next day, you can welcome guests from your home. The Minister of Justice knows this. Therefore, please answer in the House,’ Mr. Natcha said.

However, after Mr. Natcha finished asking the first question, Mr. Chaiwattana Tinarat, MP for Maha Sarakham, Pheu Thai Party, immediately stood up to protest and stated that the person who asked the question had mentioned the name of an outsider. and mentioning personal matters which is against regulations But the chairman of the meeting ruled that Mr. Natcha questioned the use of the law and the judicial process. I would like to stay on topic. Don’t talk about personal matters.

Later, Dr. Sriyada Palimaphan, party list MP for Pheu Thai Party, p
rotested that the person asking the topic expressed his opinion and used distorted rhetoric to cause misunderstandings. But the chairman of the meeting ruled that Still on topic

Even Mr. Wirot Lakkhanaadisorn, MP, list form of the Progressive Party rose said The decision of the President is final. But if the protesters continue to protest I asked the chairman to use his power to invite me out of the meeting room. which the president cut short And please continue to ask questions.

Pol.Col. Thawee responded to the topic saying that suspension of punishment in special cases The opinion of the Director-General of the Department of Corrections must be used. But it is still under the law and ministerial regulations. Then send the names to the Minister of Justice for consideration. As for the case of being sick, disabled or over 70 years of age, it is the responsibility of the commander of the Bangkok Remand Prison. Submit a name to the Director-General of the Department of Corrections. In this special case, there
were a total of 945 people suspended.

Pol. Col. Thawee explained Mr. Thaksin’s health condition that he must pass an evaluation by a doctor to score no more than 11 points, in which Mr. Thaksin’s case received a score lower than 11 points. Moreover, the law also stipulates that Individual health information It cannot be revealed to cause damage. And in any case, a person cannot rely on the power of other laws to reveal health information. The questions asked, he looked at everything. I saw that I liked it with reason.

Pol.Col. Thawee further explained that In evaluating the conditions of the suspended sentence There must be the opinion of at least 2 nursing professionals and the opinion of a doctor in the police hospital. and has operated correctly according to the law and had a form not consenting to disclose the illness sent to him by the patient The medical team giving their opinion was neutral. After finishing answering questions, Mr. Natcha said in conclusion: Today, the minister has clearly answered t
he criteria in the House of Representatives. Therefore, from now on, prisoners aged 70 years and over can request a form from the Department of Health. and self-assessment can be sent to the Minister Because there will be many prisoners who meet the criteria. If unable to proceed He then took the tape of this meeting and showed it to the Director-General. It is the policy of the Minister of Justice.

Source: Thai News Agency