No Clear Evidence Police Chief Accepted ThaiBev Money: Ombudsman
BANGKOK — A review of whether Bangkok’s police chief violated ethical standards ended Tuesday as the state watchdog said it lacked clear evidence he has ever received a salary from the country’s largest brewer.
Military Regime Defends Rights Commitment at UN Review
BANGKOK — The continued use of military courts in ongoing cases against civilians and the use of absolute power under Article 44 were among two major issues discussed during the two-day review of Thailand’s human rights standards at the United Nations Human Rights Committee, or UNHRC, which concluded today in Geneva.
Palace Announces Promotions, Demotions and Expulsions
BANGKOK — The royal household announced a number of reassignments Monday in a reshuffling of the ranks.
Junta Says No Article 44 for Collecting Thaksin Tax
BANGKOK — The junta will not use its absolute power to collect 16 billion baht in taxes from Thaksin Shinawatra stemming from a 2006 stock deal, an official announced Monday.
Document Disproves Top Cop’s Booze Salary Story: Watchdog
BANGKOK — The state watchdog on Monday rejected the Bangkok police chief’s denials about monthly payments from the biggest alcohol producer, saying it had obtained his original financial disclosure document and found it certified with his signature.
Activist Charged for Sarcastic Facebook Poll Mocking Prayuth
BANGKOK — A parody poll on Facebook about junta chairman Prayuth Chan-ocha prompted police to charge a transparency activist Sunday with violating the Computer Crime Act.
DSI Declares End to Dhammakaya Search
PATHUM THANI — The Department of Special Investigation now believes the fugitive leader of Wat Dhammakaya has fled his temple and will soon lift its blockade, a spokesman for the said Saturday.
Great-Grandson of Last Burmese King Wants Thai Soap Canceled
BANGKOK — A direct descendant of Burma’s last king on Friday said he is offended by a Thai soap opera’s unflattering depiction of his great-grandfather’s court and called for it to be pulled from the air.
Two Thaksin-Era Ministers Implicated in Rolls-Royce Bribery
BANGKOK — Of the 31 ministerial officials who served during the years Rolls-Royce said it paid bribes to Thai officials, only two were implicated Friday following seven weeks of investigation by the national anti-graft agency.
Junta Backs Off From VAT Hike, Blames Fake News
BANGKOK — Public outrage over a proposed increase to the value-added tax, or VAT, led to the military government shelving the idea and blaming the media Friday for spreading fake news.
