ทดสอบระบบโพสต์บทความ THAI FYI ONLINE Wed, 05/06/2026 - 19:19 Body บทความทดสอบการเชื่อมต่อจาก OpenHP - จะลบออกทันทีหลังทดสอบ

People’s Party Confirms Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut as Leader, Elects Pijarn Chaowapatanawong as New Secretary-General Image Thai.fyi Editor Sun, 04/26/2026 - 13:17 Body The People’s Party has resolved to retain Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut as party leader, while Pijarn Chaowapatanawong has been elected as the new secretary-general, replacing Sarayut Jailak, who resigned earlier. At the 2026 annual general meeting held on April 26, party executives attended in full. The meeting also appointed Chutima Kachaphan as party treasurer, Nattawut Ruangpratum as registrar of party members, and Sutthawan Subban Na Ayutthaya as a member of the executive committee. Before the meeting began, Natthaphong outlined the party’s key direction, highlighting “3 clarity points” and “4 milestones” to guide future operations. The 3 clarity points are: * The party’s 10 MPs affected by a Supreme Court order will continue performing their duties * The party will move forward with both national policy work and constituency-based political engagement * The party will challenge political structures lacking transparency, such as patronage systems, independent organizations, and the bureaucracy Natthaphong emphasized that all party communications must clearly point out that a “monopolizing system” is a major obstacle facing the country today. Regarding its direction, the party will act as a constructive opposition and plans to soon launch a “shadow cabinet.” It will also push forward its agenda through parliamentary committees, particularly the nine committees chaired by its MPs. Additionally, the party aims to expand its grassroots operations in preparation for upcoming elections. It plans to accelerate candidate selection to allow more time for local engagement and policy communication with the public. The party will also adopt the “Lamphun Model” as a strategy for local elections, including the Bangkok gubernatorial and council elections, with a goal of fielding candidates in every district to offer Bangkok residents more choices. Tags * People’s Party * Thai Politics * Party Leadership * Shadow Cabinet * Election Strategy

Supreme Court Accepts Case Against 44 Ex-MFP MPs; 10 From People's Party Allowed to Stay on Duty. Image Thai.fyi by Poakpong Fri, 04/24/2026 - 12:51 Body Today (April 24, 2026) at 10:30 AM, the Supreme Court issued an order in Case No. Kom Jor. 1/2569 between the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC), the Petitioner, and Mr. Pita Limjaroenrat along with 43 others (total 44), the Respondents, regarding allegations of serious ethical misconduct. The petition alleges that while serving as Members of Parliament (MPs) for the Move Forward Party, all 44 respondents jointly proposed a bill to amend the Criminal Code (Section 112) relating to defamation. The petition claims the amendment's content aimed to diminish the status and protection of the Monarchy, which contradicts Section 6 of the Constitution. It is further alleged that this demonstrated an intent to undermine the Monarchy and subvert the democratic system with the King as Head of State. Court Orders: 1. Acceptance of Petition: The Supreme Court has accepted the petition for trial. A copy will be sent to all 44 respondents, who must submit their defense within 14 days. 2. Duty Performance: The Court determined that a portion of the respondents (10 individuals) have not shown repeated behavior or caused serious damage and still hold significant duties as MPs. Therefore, the Court did not order them to suspend their duties. However, they are strictly prohibited from repeating the alleged actions or expressing opinions similar to those in the charges; otherwise, the Court may reconsider this order. 3. Schedule: The first hearing is scheduled for June 30, 2026, and the evidence examination is set for August 4, 2026, at 09:30 AM. Tags * Supreme Court * Thailand Politics * Pita Limjaroenrat * Move Forward Party * Section 112 * Ethical Misconduct * People’s Party

Royally Endorsed — Anutin Cabinet 2 (March 31, 2026) Image Thai.fyi by Poakpong Wed, 04/01/2026 - 19:13 Body His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua has issued a Royal Command to announce that, having graciously appointed Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul as Prime Minister by Royal Announcement dated March 19, B.E. 2569 (2026), and the Prime Minister having now selected suitable persons to serve as ministers to administer the affairs of state, By virtue of the power vested under Section 158 of the Constitution of the Kingdom of Thailand, it is hereby royally commanded to appoint the following ministers: Name Position Mr. Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Transport Mr. Songsak Thongsri Deputy Prime Minister Mr. Ekniti Nitithanprapas Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Mr. Sihasak Phuangketkeow Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Mrs. Supajee Suthumpun Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Commerce Mr. Pakorn Nilprapan Deputy Prime Minister Mr. Yodchanan Wongsawat Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation Miss Supamas Isarabhakdi Minister attached to the Prime Minister's Office Mr. Napinthorn Srisanpang Minister attached to the Prime Minister's Office Mr. Paradorn Prissananantakul Minister attached to the Prime Minister's Office Mrs. Suksomrauy Wantaniyakul Minister attached to the Prime Minister's Office General Adul Boonthumcharoen Minister of Defence Mr. Surasak Phancharoenworakul Minister of Tourism and Sports Mr. Nikorn Soemklang Minister of Social Development and Human Security Mr. Suriya Jungrungreangkit Minister of Agriculture and Cooperatives Mr. Watcharaphon Khaokham Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Cooperatives Miss Piyarat Tiyapairat Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Cooperatives Mr. Siripong Angkasakulkiat Deputy Minister of Transport Mr. Pattaraphong Pattaraprasit Deputy Minister of Transport Mr. Sanphet Bunyamanee Deputy Minister of Transport Mr. Chaichanok Chidchob Minister of Digital Economy and Society Miss Nan Boonthida Somchai Deputy Minister of Digital Economy and Society Mr. Suchart Chomklin Minister of Natural Resources and Environment Mr. Akanat Promphan Minister of Energy Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul Minister of Interior (another portfolio) Mr. Polapee Suwanchawee Deputy Minister of Interior Mr. Jeseth Thaised Deputy Minister of Interior Mr. Worasit Liangprasit Deputy Minister of Interior Police General Rutthaphon Naowarat Minister of Justice Mr. Chulaphan Amornwiwat Minister of Labour Miss Sabida Thaised Minister of Culture Mr. Prasert Jantararuangtong Minister of Education Mr. Akaranun Khankittinan Deputy Minister of Education Mr. Pattana Promphat Minister of Public Health Mr. Varawut Silpa-archa Minister of Industry This appointment takes effect from this day forward. Announced on March 30, B.E. 2569 (2026), in the 11th year of the current reign. Countersigned by: Anutin Charnvirakul Prime Minister Tags * Cabinet Reshuffle * Thai Government * Royal Command * Ministerial Appointment * Prime Minister Anutin * Thai Politics

18 Parties Vote for Anutin as Thailand’s 32nd Prime Minister Image Thai.fyi by Poakpong Thu, 03/19/2026 - 22:27 Body On March 19, 2026, at the Parliament, the House of Representatives convened to vote for a new Prime Minister. Members of the 16-party coalition nominated Anutin Charnvirakul for the position, while the opposition, led by the People’s Party, nominated Nattapong Ruangpanyawut. Sophon Saram, a Buri Ram MP from the Bhumjaithai Party, presided over the session as Speaker of the House. Voting results: A total of 18 parties voted for Anutin, giving him 293 votes. Notably, he received 1 vote from Suriya Wongaree, an MP from Udon Thani (District 7) of the opposition People’s Party. Tags * Thailand Politics * Prime Minister Election * Anutin Charnvirakul * Parliamentary Vote * Coalition Government * Thai Government

Concerns Raised Over Barcodes on February 8 Ballots Potentially Allowing Voter Identification Image Thai.fyi by Poakpong Fri, 02/13/2026 - 11:08 Body February 13, 2026 – Widespread discussion has emerged online regarding concerns and irregularities related to symbols printed on election ballots. Specifically, attention has focused on barcodes on the pink party-list MP ballots and QR codes on the green constituency MP ballots. It has been observed that when these codes are scanned, the resulting numbers match the serial numbers printed on the stubs of the ballot booklets. This has raised concerns that the ballots could potentially be traced back to individual voters by cross-checking them with the voter sequence numbers recorded at each polling station. A Facebook user named Prarttana Phromphithak, a reporter from PPTV, conducted an experiment by examining several photographed ballots from the same polling station. The findings showed that when scanned with a barcode reader, each ballot contained a unique number with no duplication. Additionally, another Facebook user, Panjamapong Sermsawatsri, posted a message along with a photo of a green constituency ballot, stating that decoding the QR code revealed the ballot number printed on the stub as well. As of Friday morning, February 13, 2026, there has been no official clarification from the Election Commission regarding the issue of barcodes and QR codes on the ballots. Source: [1] https://www.facebook.com/prarttana/posts/pfbid0Q9ugLYDRg9FoQpLHXdQLaf33bvsSUUH4WyRu5he3qxGM1U5mevKSKfknFWwxYFQjl [2] https://www.facebook.com/panjmp/posts/pfbid0crK59tkdqD6wYYMhebRz9avrPHwHiJrUX5a8oR6rRmYnWQsfbbXHZrUWgBmD2dRbl [3] https://www.facebook.com/earthchie/posts/pfbid02CfWPZQHPVSMYcsLnwGS4TC3iYwaGFGCdebuZugjxUF8c5SS19tMu5iQjyoytTkdol   Tags * Election Ballots * Barcode Concern * QR Code Tracking * Voter Privacy * Thailand Election 2026

Unofficial Results of Thailand’s General Election – February 8, 2026 Thai.fyi by Poakpong Mon, 02/09/2026 - 11:01 Body February 9, 2026 – Unofficial Election Results According to the unofficial results from the general election held on Sunday, February 8, 2026, the Bhumjaithai Party received the highest number of votes. It won 174 constituency seats and 19 party-list seats. The People’s Party came in second with 87 constituency seats and 31 party-list seats. The third-ranked party was the Pheu Thai Party, which won 58 constituency seats and 16 party-list seats. These are the unofficial vote-counting results announced by the Election Commission of Thailand (ECT), based on information from the Public Relations Department website: https://election69.prd.go.th/overall/ Summary of Unofficial Seat Count (ECT) # Political Party Constituency MPs Party-list MPs Total MP 1 Bhumjaithai Party 174 19 193 2 People’s Party 87 31 118 3 Pheu Thai Party 58 16 74 4 Kla Tham Party 56 2 58 5 Democrat Party 10 12 22 6 Thai Rumphalang Party 5 1 6 7 Prachachat Party 4 1 5 7 Palang Pracharath Party 4 1 5 8 Economic Party (พรรคเศรษฐกิจ) 0 3 3 9 Puea Chart Thai Party 0 2 2 9 United Thai Nation Party (พรรครวมไทยสร้างชาติ) 0 2 2 9 Thai Sang Thai Party 1 1 2 10 Thaisapthawee Party 0 1 1 10 New Party (พรรคใหม่) 0 1 1 10 New Dimension Party (พรรคมิติใหม่) 0 1 1 10 Ruam Jai Thai Party 0 1 1 10 New Democracy Party 0 1 1 10 New Alternative Party (พรรคทางเลือกใหม่) 0 1 1 10 Thai Liberal Party (พรรคเสรีรวมไทย) 0 1 1 10 People's Power Party (พรรครวมพลังประชาชน) 0 1 1 10 Thaipakdee Party (พรรคไทยภักดี) 0 1 1 10 New Opportunity Party 1 0 1 Tags * Thailand Election 2026 * Unofficial Election Results * Bhumjaithai Party * People’s Party * Pheu Thai Party

Royal Decree Dissolving the House of Representatives B.E. 2568 Issued in December 2025 Image Thai.fyi by Poakpong Fri, 12/12/2025 - 06:51 Body In the early morning of 12 December 2025, the Royal Gazette published the Royal Decree Dissolving the House of Representatives B.E. 2568, stating that His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua has graciously commanded the proclamation following the Prime Minister’s submission that it is appropriate to dissolve the House of Representatives to hold a new general election. Details are as follows: Royal Decree Dissolving the House of Representatives B.E. 2568 His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua Given on 11 December B.E. 2568, the 10th year of the current reign. The Prime Minister has humbly submitted that since the government assumed office in September B.E. 2568 as a minority government formed by several political parties, without holding a majority in the House of Representatives, the nation has had to face multiple challenges due to various uncertainties—economic, social, political, international relations, global geopolitics, as well as unrest along the Thai–Cambodian border. The government has urgently undertaken all necessary measures to administer the country and resolve pressing national issues, focusing on restoring stability, order, and peace for the nation. These efforts aim to advance the country’s political governance for the benefit of the people, such as pushing forward constitutional amendments, addressing the impacts of trade wars, driving economic policies to increase income and reduce inequality, providing relief to disaster-affected citizens, and combating illegal gambling, online gambling, transnational crime, cyber threats, and various forms of fraud. Additional urgent actions include resolving the Thailand–Cambodia dispute through appropriate diplomatic negotiations while strengthening national defense and establishing measures to mitigate potential impacts on the public. However, effective state administration requires stability. Since the government is a minority government and the political environment remains troubled, it has been unable to govern with consistency, efficiency, and stability. If the situation continues, political instability may worsen, affecting international confidence and causing significant economic consequences, ultimately eroding public trust in the parliamentary system and democratic governance. Therefore, the appropriate solution is to dissolve the House of Representatives and hold a new general election, returning political decision-making power to the people without delay. To ensure the continuity of democratic governance under a constitutional monarchy and to obtain a stable, majority-supported government with a legitimate mandate from the people, enabling smooth and orderly administration, By virtue of Sections 103 and 175 of the Constitution of the Kingdom of Thailand, His Majesty has graciously ordered the enactment of the following Royal Decree: Section 1: This Royal Decree is called the “Royal Decree Dissolving the House of Representatives B.E. 2568.” Section 2: This Royal Decree shall come into force on the date of its publication in the Royal Gazette. Section 3: The House of Representatives is dissolved to hold a new general election. Section 4: A general election of Members of the House of Representatives shall be held on a date announced by the Election Commission, which must be not less than forty-five days and not more than sixty days from the date this Royal Decree comes into force. Section 5: The Chairperson of the Election Commission shall be responsible for the execution of this Royal Decree. Countersigned: Anutin Charnvirakul Prime Minister Source: https://ratchakitcha.soc.go.th/documents/98688.pdf  Tags * Royal Decree * House Dissolution * Thailand Politics * General Election * Constitutional Monarchy * Government Stability

Historic Turning Point: “Prime Minister Anutin” From Judicial Upheaval to Constitutional Deadlock Image Thai.fyi by Poakpong Fri, 12/12/2025 - 00:22 Body In December 2025, Thai politics resembled an unpredictable roller coaster. The sudden removal of Paetongtarn Shinawatra from the premiership triggered a political vacuum that swiftly paved the way for Anutin Charnvirakul to rise to the country’s highest executive position. Expectations and pressure mounted from all sides—political rivals, coalition tensions, and natural disasters. A Shift of Power: Pheu Thai Stumbles, Bhumjaithai Steps In The political turning point emerged when the Constitutional Court unanimously ordered Paetongtarn Shinawatra to stop performing her duties, followed by a ruling deeming her guilty of serious disciplinary violations, immediately terminating her ministerial status. As attention turned to potential prime ministerial candidates within the ruling coalition, the main opposition—People’s Party—declared it would support any party committed to advancing constitutional reform. Bhumjaithai, under Anutin Charnvirakul, responded affirmatively, promising to push for constitutional amendments. Anutin subsequently received overwhelming parliamentary support and became Thailand’s 32nd prime minister. Triple Crises: Economy, Security, and Natural Disaster The Anutin Administration’s first cabinet never had a honeymoon period. Instead, it faced three simultaneous crises: * Economic Relief – “Khon La Khrueng Plus”: To restore public confidence and boost grassroots spending, the government launched its flagship stimulus scheme. While the public initially welcomed it, concerns grew over the long-term fiscal burden. * Thai–Cambodian Border Crisis: Sporadic armed clashes between Thai and Cambodian forces created panic in border communities, challenging the government’s diplomatic and military strategy. * Massive Flooding: Severe floods hit central Thailand, with Ayutthaya, Uthai Thani, and Suphan Buri heavily affected. Hat Yai suffered the worst devastation, its economic zone submerged above ground-floor level. The government faced harsh criticism over water management and compensation efforts. The Breaking Point: The Constitution and a Night of Political Rupture As parliament approached the final stage of debating a new constitutional amendment, border tensions with Cambodia intensified. The core dispute centered on the Senate’s power to approve constitutional amendments, which currently required one-third of senators’ support. Reformist blocs sought to eliminate this requirement, but signals from the Senate and power elites hinted at rejection—threatening to sink the reform effort. The People’s Party and Pheu Thai prepared to counter by submitting a no-confidence motion against Prime Minister Anutin, citing failures in flood management, border security, and unfulfilled constitutional promises. Political Maneuvering: Dissolution Before a No-Confidence Showdown Reading the political climate, Anutin acted swiftly. On the evening of 11 December 2025, before the opposition could submit its motion, he invoked his constitutional authority to request a royal decree dissolving the House. This strategic move reset the political landscape and halted the looming confrontation in parliament. Conclusion: Toward the 8 February 2026 Election The dissolution ended a short-lived but crisis-ridden administration. Thailand now moves toward another election cycle, with the Election Commission indicating that the latest possible polling date would be Sunday, 8 February 2026. Tags * Thai Politics * Anutin Charnvirakul * Constitutional Crisis * Government Dissolution * Border Conflict * Major Flooding

Parliament Approves Sending Questions to Cabinet for a National Referendum on Drafting a New Constitution Thai.fyi by Poakpong Thu, 12/11/2025 - 23:40 Body On 11 December 2025 at 11:30 PM, during the second joint parliamentary session (extraordinary session) on the agenda of the Draft Amendment to the Constitution of the Kingdom of Thailand (B.E. …), chaired by Mr. Wan Muhamad Noor Matha, President of the Parliament, the meeting proceeded to consider urgent motions. After members of parliament submitted five urgent motions requesting the Parliament to approve and instruct the Cabinet to conduct a national referendum to ask the public’s opinion on the drafting of a new constitution in a similar manner, Mr. Chada Thaiset, MP for Uthai Thani from the Bhumjaithai Party, rose to say that he wished the matter to be concluded before midnight; otherwise, there could be implications concerning legal provisions. Mr. Wan Muhamad Noor then stated to the assembly that it was appropriate to send the questions to the Cabinet for consideration and further arrangement of the referendum. With no objections, he exercised authority under Rule 61 to ask the meeting whether anyone held a different view. In the end, the Parliament voted: 494 in favor, 1 opposed, 9 abstentions, and 1 not voting. Tags * Parliament Referendum * Thai Constitution Draft * Cabinet Approval * Legislative Session * Political Decision * Public Consultation

Anutin Announces Return of Power to the People Following Reported House Dissolution Image Thai.fyi by Poakpong Thu, 12/11/2025 - 22:20 Body On 11 December 2025 at around 10:00 p.m., the Facebook page “Anutin Charnvirakul” posted the message: “I return the power back to the people.” This came after earlier reports stated that a royal decree to dissolve the House of Representatives had already been submitted earlier this evening. Source: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1DKk1WpXyP/  Tags * Anutin Charnvirakul * House Dissolution * Thai Politics * Royal Decree * Political Announcement

Urgent: PM Anutin Submits Royal Decree to Dissolve the House of Representatives Image Thai.fyi by Poakpong Thu, 12/11/2025 - 22:09 Body This evening (11 December 2025), Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has submitted a request for His Majesty’s approval of a Royal Decree to dissolve the House of Representatives, paving the way for a new general election. Reporters stated that the submission of the Royal Decree followed a majority vote in Parliament requiring that the amendment to Section 256/28 of the Constitution must receive approval from no less than one-third of all senators. Nattapong Ruangpanyawut, leader of the People’s Party and opposition leader—whose party supported Anutin as prime minister—called on Anutin to dissolve the House after members of the Bhumjaithai Party voted in favor of the majority decision. According to news sources, Pharadorn Prisananantakul, MP for Ang Thong from the Bhumjaithai Party, explained to representatives of the People’s Party that if they voted to remove the Senate’s power as demanded in the third reading, senators would reject the entire constitutional amendment. This would cause the entire reform process—long in progress—to collapse. Thus, he argued that the Senate’s authority should be maintained for now so the process can move forward. However, the representatives of the People’s Party refused and stated that if they lost the vote on Section 256/28, they would immediately file a motion of no-confidence against the entire cabinet. This forced Anutin to decide to dissolve the House, as his government is a minority administration supported by the People’s Party. Without that support, the government would effectively lose its mandate. “We have tried our best to negotiate with the senators, but we cannot order them to remove their own powers. We also informed the People’s Party that if the Senate’s authority is removed, the senators will not approve the third reading, and the constitutional drafting process cannot proceed. To take responsibility for not being able to fulfill what the People’s Party demands, the House must be dissolved, as outlined in the coalition agreement. Today, Anutin has carried out that mission,” said a Bhumjaithai Party executive. By law, once the House is dissolved, a general election must be held within 45 to 60 days. If the Royal Decree becomes effective tonight, the latest possible election date would be Sunday, 8 February 2026. Tags * House Dissolution * Anutin Charnvirakul * Constitutional Amendment * Thai Politics * General Election * Senate Power

Thailand’s Complete Guide to the 2025 SEA Games (9–20 December 2025) Thai.fyi by Poakpong Sat, 11/29/2025 - 23:50 Body The 2025 SEA Games will be hosted by Thailand from 9–20 December 2025, marking the country’s return as host after 18 years and the seventh time in history (previously in 1959, 1967, 1975, 1985, 1995, and 2007). This year, the Opening Ceremony will take place on 9 December and the Closing Ceremony on 20 December, both at Rajamangala National Stadium. Although Sanam Luang was originally designated as the main venue, it has been changed for athletes’ safety. However, Sanam Luang will still be used for the official torch-lighting ceremony. Number of Sports and Medals A total of 54 sports are included: 50 medal sports, with 574 gold medals at stake 3 demonstration sports (Air sports, Flying disc, Tug of war) 1 value-added sport (MMA – Mixed Martial Arts) This makes the 2025 edition the second largest SEA Games in history in terms of number of sports, behind the Philippines 2019 (56 sports), and 17 more sports than Cambodia 2023. Competition Venues Over 2 billion baht has been invested to upgrade and standardize facilities across 10 key provinces: Bangkok, Nonthaburi, Pathum Thani, Samut Prakan, Nakhon Pathom, Chonburi, Rayong, Songkhla, Chiang Mai, and Ratchaburi. Bangkok, Chonburi, and Songkhla were originally the three major hubs. However, due to the severe flooding in Songkhla, all 10 sports scheduled there—totaling 109 gold medals (Boxing, Chess, Kabaddi, Wushu, Pencak Silat, Judo, Petanque, Karate, Wrestling, Billiards & Snooker)—have been moved to Bangkok and Chonburi. Bangkok & Metropolitan Area — 40 Sports Includes Swimming, Diving, Water Polo, Artistic Swimming, Archery, Athletics, Badminton, Basketball, Bowling, Boxing, Cricket, Cycling (Road/Track/BMX), Equestrian Polo, Esports, Extreme Sports, Fencing, Floorball, Football, Gymnastics, Ice Hockey, Ice Skating, Jiu-Jitsu, Kickboxing, Netball, Petanque, Rugby, Sepak Takraw, Shooting, Squash, Table Tennis, Taekwondo, Volleyball, Combat Sports, Chess, Kabaddi, Wushu, Pencak Silat, Judo, Karate, Billiards/Snooker. Chonburi — 16 Sports Includes Marathon Swimming, Billiards/Snooker, Canoeing/Kayaking/Dragon Boat, Mountain Biking, Equestrian, Jet Ski, Football, Handball, Hockey, Modern Pentathlon, Practical Shooting, Teqball, Triathlon, Weightlifting, Woodball, Wrestling. Broadcast Information The 33rd SEA Games will broadcast 31 sports, the highest number ever televised. These include Athletics, Swimming, Badminton, Basketball, Football, Futsal, Gymnastics, Table Tennis, Tennis, Volleyball, Beach Volleyball, Weightlifting, Indoor Hockey, Track Cycling, Extreme Sports, Fencing, Boxing, Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, Pencak Silat, Taekwondo, Wrestling, Sepak Takraw, Sailing, Floorball, Karate, Kickboxing, Billiards/Snooker, Teqball, Esports, and Rugby Football. Sports starting before the opening ceremony: Football (men/women), Polo, Baseball, Badminton, Hockey, and Handball. The first live event will be Thailand vs. Timor-Leste (Men’s Football) on 3 December at 19:00. Where to watch: * NBT (main broadcaster) * T-SPORTS 7 * One31 * Thairath TV 32 * PPTV HD 36 TrueVisions NOW – exclusive OTT rights holder in Thailand How to Book Tickets Tickets can be booked easily via LINE @SEAGAMES. Steps to book: 1. Add LINE @SEAGAMES and register. 2. Choose the sport, date, and venue. 3. Select seat zones from the stadium map. 4. Fill in personal information (name and contact number). 5. Confirm reservation and receive a QR Code for entry. Important Conditions: Maximum 2 seats per registration; each seat requires a unique ID number (ID card or passport). On event day, spectators must show the original ID that matches the registration. For youths or seniors without IDs, a guardian may reserve 1 additional seat (max 2 seats total) and must show proof of relationship at entry. Where to Check the Full Schedule Fans can view detailed schedules at: Official Website: www.seagames2025.org Official Facebook Page: 33rdSeagamesthailand2025 Tags * SEA Games 2025 Thailand * Sports Schedule * Host Venues * Live Broadcast * Ticket Booking * Bangkok * Chonburi

PM Anutin Visits Flood-Hit Hat Yai to Oversee Relief Measures and Strengthen Emergency Response Thai.fyi by Poakpong Sat, 11/29/2025 - 23:30 Body On 29 November 2025, Prime Minister and Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul provided an update on the flooding situation and assistance for affected residents in the southern region, particularly Hat Yai District in Songkhla Province. He stated that tomorrow afternoon (30 November) he would travel to the area again, accompanied by a large working team including the Minister of Finance, the Director-General of the Treasury Department, the Secretary-General of the Office of Insurance Commission, executives from the Thai Bankers’ Association, and state financial institutions. The purpose of the visit is to observe the situation firsthand and directly assess the operational needs, enabling full preparation and implementation of financial assistance measures and rapid loan support for flood victims, ensuring clear communication and effective action. The Prime Minister spoke about his visit to Zone 8 in Hat Yai District yesterday (28 November), noting that the situation was abnormal and severe. Floodwaters had destroyed most houses, leaving only the shells of buildings. The conditions in the area made it impossible for residents to stay in their homes. Therefore, the same principle used for State Quarantine during the COVID-19 pandemic was applied—provincial authorities would arrange hotel accommodation for those unable to return home for at least 3–5 days. This measure also supports the local economy. Volunteers and officials have been mobilized to carry out extensive “house cleaning” across the city and affected households. Regarding rumors of violence and firearms being used in Zone 8, the Prime Minister affirmed that he had not encountered such incidents personally. There were only minor emotional confrontations, and he has ordered the Provincial Police Region 9 Commander to ensure strict oversight. As for reports of looting, he has instructed authorities to enforce the law fully and deployed 4,000 Interior Ministry volunteers to support area control and cleaning operations. When asked about the causes, problems, and obstacles that led to Hat Yai’s crisis, the Prime Minister stressed the need to look forward. However, he acknowledged that the government had shortcomings regardless of the cause. “When there are deaths, losses, injuries, and people cannot stay in their homes, it all falls on the Prime Minister. It is all the Prime Minister’s responsibility. This is why I must be on the ground consistently, applying every resource, knowledge, and experience I have to tackle the issue at its core and accelerate recovery as quickly as possible.” Anutin added that the government will enhance the warning system so that “when the alert sounds, people must leave immediately,” which may require legal amendments to facilitate evacuation drills. He has instructed the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation and the Department of Local Administration to implement these measures. He also stated that further technical and engineering reviews are needed regarding Hat Yai’s geographical structure as a “basin” where water naturally accumulates. Authorities will examine whether roads obstruct water drainage and explore ways for road infrastructure to assist water discharge, as well as prevent seawater — which can rise to high levels — from flowing back into the city when water is drained toward Songkhla Lake. Tags * Songkhla * Hat Yai Flooding * Government Relief Efforts * Anutin Charnvirakul * Emergency Response * Southern Thailand Disaster * Evacuation Measures

NACC Conducts On-Site Inspection of Bangkok Remand Prison Over Alleged VVIP Privileges for Chinese Inmate Thai.fyi by Poakpong Fri, 11/28/2025 - 17:46 Body On 28 November 2025, Pattanapong Janpetchpoon, Assistant Secretary-General of the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC), together with NACC officials, conducted an inspection at the Bangkok Remand Prison regarding allegations that a “Chinese Grey VVIP” inmate had received special privileges. The team also held a meeting to prepare the investigative report. After more than an hour of meetings and on-site inspection, Pattanapong stated that he visited the prison to verify information and determine whether any state officials or Department of Corrections personnel had misused their authority, neglected their duties, or acted wrongfully. This inspection aimed to review CCTV footage from November 16, the day the tactical unit conducted its operation, as well as to hear explanations from the Department of Corrections. The team examined the locations involved from the beginning of the operation, the entry of external individuals into the prison, their movements, and what appeared on the CCTV footage. They also inspected the rooms alleged to have been used by the Chinese inmate and others who violated prison regulations. Pattanapong said that the NACC currently has very limited information but will work more proactively. This time, instead of waiting for investigators’ reports, the NACC conducted a field inspection to understand what happened on-site. The findings will be submitted to the NACC Commission for consideration, in parallel with the investigations conducted by the police and the Department of Special Investigation (DSI). He emphasized that this action was not taken under political instruction but as part of a more proactive approach to expedite the process. The NACC, he noted, has authority to investigate cases involving officials up to the level of the Prime Minister. Regarding the so-called “secret room,” Pattanapong explained that it was merely an executive reception room with a clear view of the entrance and exit. As for whether subordinates who passed by the room and witnessed wrongdoing would also be held accountable, he stated that this would require further investigation. The NACC will conduct inquiries and is authorized to examine financial and asset records for unusual wealth, even though the case has not yet been designated a special case. The DSI must submit its investigation report to the NACC within 30 days for consideration of whether the NACC will take over the case. On whether former prison directors and related officials will be summoned for questioning, Pattanapong said this currently falls under the authority of the DSI, which is responsible for gathering evidence and witnesses. Regarding the former prison director’s petition to the NACC Chairman requesting an investigation into the asset declarations of senior executives within the Ministry of Justice—including the Permanent Secretary and the Director-General of the Department of Corrections—due to suspected unusual wealth, Pattanapong said the details must first be reviewed, as he has not yet seen the letter. If additional information is required, further examination will follow. Tags * Prison Inspection * NACC Investigation * VVIP Inmate * Corruption Allegations * CCTV Review * DSI Inquiry

Government Officials Apologize and Address Southern Flood Response Efforts Thai.fyi by Poakpong Fri, 11/28/2025 - 17:40 Body On 28 November 2025 at 3:10 p.m. at the Phakdi Bodin Building, Government House, Phradorn Prisanananthakul, Minister Attached to the Prime Minister’s Office and Director of the Emergency Flood Operations Center (EFOC), together with Siripong Angkasakulkiat, Government Spokesperson, and Ratchada Thanadirek, spokesperson for the EFOC, held a daily briefing on the flood situation in the southern region. Phradorn stated that he would like to take this opportunity to apologize to the public for abruptly standing up and declining to answer media questions during yesterday’s press briefing. As the director of the center, he apologized and clarified that he had no intention of avoiding or refusing any questions. After assessing the situation, he felt that the most important matter the public needed to know was the measures and substantive actions currently being undertaken by the operations team. Regarding political issues at this time, he explained that he did not want these matters to be amplified or turned into unnecessary controversies. He wanted the main issues—information essential to the public—to remain at the forefront of news reporting. Therefore, he chose not to answer political questions. Phradorn further apologized to all members of the media, noting that many have known him for a long time and understand well that he is not the kind of person who evades or avoids questions. His priority was to communicate crucial information to the public. He therefore offered his apology once again. As for the criticism calling for the government to resign, Siripong added that ultimately the government cannot deny responsibility. They are working under various constraints, which may inevitably lead to mistakes, and the government is saddened by the events that have occurred. He added that the flood situation involves multiple issues that need to be handled, including assistance, rehabilitation, and relief. There will naturally be both satisfied and dissatisfied parties. From this point forward, it will be a period that demonstrates the government’s work, as the Prime Minister has emphasized, with further action to be taken in the near future. Phradorn also addressed the coconut-broom donation drive, explaining that agencies informed him that once floodwaters recede, a major cleaning effort will be required. This will involve mobilizing state agencies and volunteers. The DGA has opened registration channels, and nearly 1,000 people have already signed up through the government application. Besides coconut brooms, other essential items for the cleaning effort include cleaning solutions, rubber gloves, and antifungal foot medicine. The Ministry of Public Health and private sector partners have been coordinated with to send these supplies on today’s flights. For members of the public who wish to support or participate, he stated that everyday necessities remain essential for affected residents. Authorities will announce what items are needed at the frontline. Transport assistance is being provided by state agencies as well as private partners including AirAsia, DHL, and Nok Air. Regarding scammers soliciting donations, Siripong, spokesperson for the EFOC, stated that Songkhla Province is currently under an Emergency Decree. Any actions that risk violating the law, especially those by ill-intentioned individuals, will be strictly prosecuted if detected or reported. Tags * Songkhla * Flood Response * Government Apology * Southern Thailand * Emergency Operations * Public Assistance * Donation Fraud

SEA Games 33: Severe Flooding Forces All Songkhla Events to Be Moved to Bangkok Thai.fyi by Poakpong Fri, 11/28/2025 - 14:41 Body Due to the severe flooding in southern Thailand—particularly in Songkhla, one of the three host provinces of the 33rd SEA Games scheduled for 9–20 December 2025—it has now been confirmed that all events originally planned to be held in Songkhla will be proposed for relocation to Bangkok. Chalitrat Chantarubeksa, Deputy Secretary-General of the National Olympic Committee of Thailand, revealed that he received confirmation from Colonel Chaipak Siriwat, Vice President of the Olympic Committee and Executive Chairman of the SEA Games Council, that the SEA Games Council, together with the Ministry of Tourism and Sports, has reached a firm resolution to move all sports competitions from Songkhla to Bangkok. This relocation covers 10 sports, with a total of 109 gold medals, including: Boxing, Pencak Silat, Men's Football, Chess, Judo, Kabaddi, Karate, Wrestling, Pétanque, and Wushu. In addition, representatives from various countries at the SEA Games Council meeting expressed serious concerns regarding several issues: uncertainty over whether the floodwaters will recede in time for competition, the possibility of severe field damage requiring extensive repairs, and health risks related to floodwater and mosquitoes, which could impact athletes' safety. These concerns led the meeting to unanimously agree that relocating all events would be the safest option. The next step will be to submit the proposal for official approval on 27–28 November. Beyond the venue relocation, a major challenge remains: expenses already paid by participating nations for arrangements in Songkhla, including airfare, hotel bookings, and local transportation. Tags * SEA Games * Songkhla Flooding * Bangkok Host * Athlete Safety * Sports Event Management * Southeast Asia Games * Songkhla

Severe Flood Crisis Continues in Songkhla on 28 November Thai.fyi by Poakpong Fri, 11/28/2025 - 14:36 Body On 28 November 2025 - Songkhla Province continues to face severe flooding caused by the monsoon trough and the northeast monsoon, which have brought continuous heavy rainfall since 20 November. As of 11:30 p.m. on 27 November 2025, the Provincial Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Command Center reported that the floods have affected 16 districts, 129 subdistricts, 982 villages, and 258 communities, totaling 403,053 households and 1,111,715 people. A total of 37,654 people have been evacuated, and 55 deaths from drowning have been reported. Hat Yai District is the hardest-hit area, covering 15 subdistricts, 57 villages, and 162 communities, with more than 243,778 residents affected by flooding and 16,101 evacuees. The province has opened 16 shelters in universities, schools, temples, local administration offices, and social development centers. Several shelters are now near full capacity, such as Prince of Songkla University, which can accommodate 9,000 people and currently hosts over 6,500 evacuees, and Hat Yai Rat Prachasanti School, which can hold 3,500 people and currently shelters 2,800. For relief operations, Songkhla Province has mobilized multiple agencies, including the Royal Thai Army (Region 42 Military Circle), the Royal Thai Navy, the Frontline Disaster Response Unit, rescue teams, and local administrative organizations. Over 100 high-clearance vehicles, more than 100 water pumps, flat-bottom boats, inflatable boats, and 18 helicopters have been deployed to evacuate residents, deliver food, and distribute emergency supplies to affected areas. Additionally, more than 60,100 survival kits, over 101,000 meal boxes, and over 120,000 packs of drinking water have been distributed. Royal kitchen units, military field kitchens, and private-sector kitchens are producing tens of thousands of meals daily. Regarding infrastructure damage, widespread destruction has occurred: 228 roads, 12 bridges, 41 schools, and 38 temples have been affected. Two houses were completely destroyed, while more than 1,074 houses sustained partial damage. Agricultural areas totaling over 26,000 rai have been impacted, particularly field crops, rice paddies, fruit orchards, and fish farms across multiple districts. Situation Outlook: Rainfall has begun to decrease since 26 November, and Tropical Storm Kaito is no longer expected to impact southern Thailand. Water levels in many areas, especially in Hat Yai Municipality, have started to recede. However, relevant agencies continue to accelerate water drainage from Khlong U-Taphao and low-lying areas into Songkhla Lake, while monitoring conditions around the clock to prevent further incidents and restore normal conditions as soon as possible. Tags * Songkhla * Songkhla Flood Crisis * Disaster Response * Hat Yai Flooding * Evacuation Efforts * Southern Thailand Monsoon * Infrastructure Damage

Flooded Road Conditions in Na Thawi and Khuan Mi Districts on 27 November Thai.fyi by Poakpong Fri, 11/28/2025 - 13:22 Body Today (27 November) at 10:30 a.m., Na Thawi Provincial Police Station, Songkhla Province, inspected water conditions on major roads after flood levels in Hat Yai District began to recede earlier this morning. 1. Na Thawi–Khlong Ngae Road: Flooding of about 50–80 cm over a distance of roughly 500 meters, from Big C Ban Phli to Sombunsat School. Small vehicles cannot pass; six-wheel trucks can pass. 2. Na Thawi–Ban Lam Phlai Road: Flooding from Isuzu Na Thawi to the Ban Wang Buap 7-Eleven, about 40–70 cm deep over approximately 200 meters. Small vehicles cannot pass; large six-wheel trucks can pass. 3. Na Thawi–Sathon Road: Flooding from the Na Thawi Subdistrict Municipality Office to Ban Thung Nam Khao, with water levels 40–80 cm deep over about 500 meters. Small vehicles cannot pass; six-wheel trucks can pass. 4. Na Thawi–Khlong Ngae Road (duplicate report): Flooding 50–80 cm deep over around 500 meters from Big C Ban Phli to Sombunsat School. Small vehicles cannot pass; six-wheel trucks can pass. Meanwhile, Khuan Mi Police Station, Songkhla Province, reported the latest road conditions in its jurisdiction as of 7:00 a.m. today: 1. Asia Highway 43: From Khuan Mi checkpoint to the Chana border and from Khuan Mi checkpoint to the Na Mom border, no flooding on the road surface; all vehicles can pass normally. 2. Highway 408 (Songkhla–Chana): In front of the PTT Ban Trap gas station, water levels are around 80 cm. Ten-wheel trucks can pass; small vehicles are advised not to pass due to danger. Tags * Songkhla * Flood Situation * Na Thawi District * Road Conditions * Songkhla Flooding * Traffic Advisory * Southern Thailand

Hourly Water Level Update for Khlong U-Taphao on 27 November 2025 Thai.fyi by Poakpong Fri, 11/28/2025 - 13:18 Body Today (27 November) at 7:00 a.m., the Southern Region Hydrology and Irrigation Center, Royal Irrigation Department, released hourly comparative water-level data for Khlong U-Taphao for 20–28 November 2025. At station X.44, Ban Hat Yai Nai, Hat Yai District, Songkhla Province, the 7:00 a.m. reading shows that the water level has decreased to 9.09 meters (MSL), which is 0.21 meters above the riverbank, with a flow rate of 207.65 cubic meters per second. If no additional rainfall occurs in the area, the water level is expected to drop below the riverbank between 9:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. on 27 November 2025. Tags * Water Level Update * Khlong U Taphao * Hat Yai Flooding * Hydrology Report * Southern Thailand * Irrigation Department

Unclear Death Toll Emerges as Hat Yai Flood Situation Slowly Improves Thai.fyi by Poakpong Thu, 11/27/2025 - 22:01 Body On 27 November 2025, although the flooding situation in Hat Yai has begun to ease in some areas, a troubling issue is gradually surfacing: the number of deaths, and the inconsistency between the figures reported by government authorities and rescue teams. Starting from this morning, Siripong Angkasakulkiet, spokesperson for the Prime Minister’s Office, said on the program “Kammakorn Khao Khui Nok Jo” that the death toll was likely around 6–7 people. He clarified that these numbers represented patients who died at Hat Yai Hospital and were not directly caused by the flooding. However, frontline workers such as actor–rescue volunteer Ple Nakorn and Dr. Supat Hasuwannakit, Director of Saba Yoi Hospital in Songkhla Province, believed that the true number of deaths was unlikely to be lower than the hundreds. Later in the afternoon, the Emergency Flood Response Operations Center (EOC) issued a statement that Hat Yai Hospital recorded a total of 85 deaths during the flood period—55 flood-related and 30 unrelated to the flooding. The EOC said that this number had been verified by the Ministry of Public Health (MOPH) and asked the public to rely on this data to avoid confusion, while acknowledging that there might still be uncounted cases. Beyond the recovery efforts, another pressing concern is the management of the deceased. The government has approved funeral assistance of 2 million baht per body and is preparing facilities for storing the bodies going forward. Tags * Songkhla * Hat Yai Flood * Death Toll Discrepancy * Emergency Response * Public Health Ministry * Disaster Management * Funeral Assistance

Emergency Use of Starlink to Restore Communications in Flood-Hit Songkhla Thai.fyi by Poakpong Wed, 11/26/2025 - 10:58 Body On 26 November 2025, Chaichanok Chidchob, Minister of Digital Economy and Society, stated that after the Cabinet approved the declaration of a state of emergency and assigned Air Chief Marshal Ukrit Boontanon, the Supreme Commander, as the director of the Forward Emergency Flood Response Operations Center, the ministry needed to establish new communication channels that do not rely on terrestrial infrastructure, which has been severely damaged by flooding. Therefore, discussions were held with SpaceX to bring in Starlink satellite internet as a backup network in high-risk zones. Following consultations with the NBTC, it was concluded that SpaceX is ready to provide equipment for emergency use, while the NBTC will expedite special import permits with usage limited to officially declared emergency areas. Chaichanok explained that Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul instructed authorities to restore communications as quickly as possible so government agencies and rescue teams can coordinate effectively and evacuate affected residents. People in Hat Yai District still require assistance, but communication outages remain a problem. Government agencies therefore contacted SpaceX and worked with the NBTC to deploy Starlink exclusively for emergency operations in Songkhla Province under the Emergency Decree. Installation points will be designated by the Forward Emergency Flood Response Operations Center. Tags * Songkhla * Emergency Communication * Starlink Deployment * SpaceX Support * Thailand Flooding * Songkhla Crisis * Government Response

“Lingering Rainfall” of 800 mm Identified as Main Cause of the Hat Yai Flood Crisis Thai.fyi by Poakpong Wed, 11/26/2025 - 09:13 Body 25 November 2025 – Key Causes of This Year’s Severe Flooding in Hat Yai “Lingering Rainfall” Phenomenon: The primary cause of the severe flooding in Hat Yai this year is the phenomenon known as “lingering rainfall”—intense rain that remains stationary over the same area for an extended period. Unlike previous years, heavy rainfall persisted continuously from 22–24 November. Critical Rainfall Volume: Accumulated rainfall in Hat Yai exceeded 700–800 millimeters, while Songkhla Province—especially Thepha District—recorded up to 800 millimeters of accumulated rain. Daily Rainfall Intensity: Although the total seasonal rainfall may not be significantly higher than in previous years, the severity stems from exceptionally high daily accumulations, surpassing 300 millimeters per day, overwhelming the drainage capacity. Additional Contributing Factors Water Flow and Geography: Runoff from surrounding areas converged into Hat Yai, causing major canals that drain into Songkhla Lake and its tributaries to overflow to critical levels. Urban expansion has also reduced natural water-absorption zones. Mountain Runoff: In addition to rainfall within the city, large volumes of water flowed down from surrounding mountains, intensifying the situation. Outlook and Response Forecast: If rainfall decreases from 25 November onward, water levels are expected to stabilize and recede to normal within 5–7 days. Natural Warning Signs: Although lingering rainfall is uncommon, climate change has increased the likelihood of such extreme weather events. Residents should remain cautious even if such flooding has not occurred for 20–30 years. Management Measures: Authorities must strengthen coordination between central and local agencies to plan evacuations for vulnerable groups and deploy personnel efficiently to high-risk zones. Tags * Songkhla * Hat Yai Flooding * Lingering Rainfall * Extreme Weather * Songkhla Rainfall * Climate Change * Flood Management

Justice Minister Updates on VIP Prison Cell Investigation; Two Officials Removed Pending Inquiry Thai.fyi by Poakpong Wed, 11/26/2025 - 08:40 Body On 25 November 2025, at Government House, Pol. Lt. Gen. Rutthaphon Naowarat, Minister of Justice, provided an update on the ongoing investigation into the alleged VIP prison facilities. He stated that two officials—the Commander of Bangkok Remand Prison and the Commander’s secretary—have been temporarily removed from their positions. Details of the case have been forwarded to the investigative committee and the Department of Special Investigation (DSI). On Thursday afternoon (27 November 2025), he expects to receive an updated report identifying all individuals involved, which he believes will match the initial list. He emphasized that the investigation will rely on available evidence. Regarding whether higher-ranking officials are implicated, Pol. Lt. Gen. Rutthaphon confirmed that no one above these positions is involved. He noted that the details of the construction of the special rooms—such as when they were built and completed—are already known and are part of the DSI and committee’s investigation. Once finalized, the findings will be shared with the media. When asked whether new individuals, including those outside the prison system, might be revealed on Friday (28 November 2025), he said he had no information yet and would wait for updates from the committee and DSI. In response to calls for the disclosure of financial transaction trails, he stated that such information has already been examined and substantial data has been collected. As for whether the specially renovated rooms were built long before the current government took office, he said those details will be included in the final summary, which will be provided later. Tags * VIP Prison Case * Justice Ministry * DSI Investigation * Prison Officials * Financial Probe * Special Cell Construction

Opposition Leader Calls for Unified Disaster Command as Southern Flood Crisis Deepens Thai.fyi by Poakpong Wed, 11/26/2025 - 08:31 Body Yesterday (25 November), Natthaphong Rueangpanyawut, Leader of the People’s Party and Leader of the Opposition in the House of Representatives, together with party MPs, visited flood-affected areas in the South to monitor the situation and gather information on hardships faced by affected residents. They met evacuees at the shelters located at Prince of Songkla University and the Disaster Relief Center of the 4th Army Area at Sena Narong Camp in Hat Yai District, Songkhla Province. Natthaphong stated that the latest situation remains worrisome, as many people are still stranded in flooded areas. Over the past two days, a large number of affected individuals have been posting and commenting across various social media platforms to ask for help. However, many can no longer be contacted due to drained phone batteries or disrupted internet signals. Because so many people are still awaiting rescue, teams of volunteers and developers worked throughout the night gathering data from different social media platforms. AI tools were used to classify urgent cases such as patients and high-risk individuals, identify reachable phone numbers, and extract coordinates of those requesting help. Volunteers then verified and filtered the data before passing it into the jitasa.care system so that field teams could proceed with rescue operations. Last night alone, more than 20,000 messages from multiple platforms were processed and forwarded. Natthaphong emphasized that the most critical need is a centralized information hub for coordinating rescue efforts so all sectors—government agencies, volunteers, and civic groups working on the ground—can access consistent information, avoid duplication of work, prioritize effectively, and deliver aid where it is needed most. However, he noted that volunteer efforts are still falling short of full effectiveness due to unclear and inconsistent information. Although the government has set up an official crisis response center, it remains unclear who is actually in command—whether it is the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces or Thammanat Prompao, Minister of Agriculture and Cooperatives. When urgent decisions must be made, both state agencies and volunteer groups are unsure whose directives should take precedence. Based on feedback from residents, officials, and volunteers in the affected areas, Natthaphong said the current situation reflects a lack of clear, systematic disaster management. Confusion persists in the deployment of rescue teams, with each group working independently without unified coordination. For this reason, he reiterated his proposal that the government’s crisis center must consolidate all information under a single coordinated system. Orders must be streamlined and consistent to maximize efficiency, enabling officials and volunteers to carry out their work effectively. He also expressed concern about the government’s overall perspective on disaster management. Recent statements by Thammanat, claiming that the government had already warned residents but that they refused to evacuate, were not true. Before the flooding, state agencies issued vague and inconsistent messages, especially regarding whether evacuation was necessary. Clear evacuation orders came only after the flooding had already begun, making it impossible for many residents to leave. Worse still, some agencies had previously insisted the situation was “under control,” telling the public not to worry. Even more troubling, he said, is that the government has failed to acknowledge its own mistakes in issuing unclear, inconsistent warnings, and has instead implied that residents were to blame. Rather than shifting responsibility, the government should focus on offering reassurance and moral support to affected people. Natthaphong stressed that the urgent priorities now are: * providing immediate assistance to flood victims, especially vulnerable groups such as bedridden patients, the elderly, and young children; * identifying households still stranded and unable to evacuate; * delivering medical aid and food supplies; * assessing whether existing shelters are sufficient and preparing additional spaces in case more areas become affected. He concluded by saying that every passing second increases the risk to people’s lives. He extended his support to affected residents and affirmed that efforts to assist them are ongoing at full capacity. Tags * Songkhla * Southern Flood Crisis * Disaster Management * Opposition Leader * Rescue Coordination * Government Response * Emergency Relief