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Thai naval base not included in US tariff talks - Phumtham

13 Sept 10:52 Key points summarised by AI

Deputy PM Phumtham Wechayachai dismissed viral reports linking the establishment of a US naval base in Phang Nga to negotiations over tariffs on Thai exports.
He clarified that the use of a naval base was not part of discussions to reduce the planned 36% tariff, as US ships already use Thai bases under existing cooperation agreements.
Thai Navy sources confirmed that while foreign naval ships, including those from the US, can use bases for logistics, there has never been a proposal to designate Phang Nga as a US base.
Thailand maintains a policy against allowing any foreign country to establish permanent military bases on its territory, despite long-standing US interest.

Yesterday 12:30 Key points summarised by AI

A recent NIDA poll indicates that a plurality of the public (30.38%) anticipates Kla Tham Party MPs will vote to support all 18 cabinet ministers targeted in the upcoming no-confidence debate.
Respondents believe the Ministry of Interior (38.78%) and the Prime Minister’s Office (21.37%) will face the toughest questioning during the censure debate.
Economic issues, particularly alleged incompetence in addressing problems (34.27%) and the rising cost of living (25.88%), are cited as the primary concerns for the government during the censure.
The public holds high expectations for the Opposition's case, with 45.65% believing clear, concrete evidence will be presented against all 18 ministers, and 41.22% expecting substantial evidence against specific ministers.