AI In-brief 13 Sept 06:42

Former DPM Somkid appointed chairman of Sarng Anakot Thai Party

Former Deputy Prime Minister Somkid Jatusripitak has been officially appointed chairman of the Sarng Anakot Thai Party, after formally applying for membership.
Dr. Somkid will join a key executive committee meeting with approximately 300 potential election candidates to prepare the party for the upcoming general election.

AI In-brief Yesterday 19:42

Meet Ubonrat Thaonoi, the TV anchor recruited to save government’s image

Former TV anchor Ubonrat Thaonoi has been appointed assistant government spokesperson to revitalize the Thai government's image and combat misinformation following declining popularity.
Leveraging her decade of media experience, familiar public persona, and extensive social media following (over 450,000 Facebook followers), she aims to directly connect government policies with the public.
Her initial tasks include hosting a new government TV program, actively debunking political rumors and false accusations on social media, and warning against the spread of fake news to restore public trust.