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Fact‑Check: Claim That Thailand Survived Crisis Because Prayut Stockpiled 90 Tons of Gold
Thai PBS Verify found a post claiming that Thailand survived an economic crisis because former Prime Minister Gen. Prayut Chan‑o‑cha decided to purchase and store 90 tons of gold in the national reserves. Verification shows this is not connected to Prayut’s government at the time. Scholars confirm that the government has no authority to intervene in the management of international reserves, especially the mission of the Bank of Thailand.
Jan 9, 2026 | Politics
Policy to demonetize 500–1,000 baht notes as anti‑corruption measure: Academics say it won’t curb corruption, suggesting new banknote designs instead
Thai PBS Verify examined a policy proposal to abolish the use of 1,000‑ and 500‑baht notes, framed as part of an anti‑corruption and anti‑scammer/online gambling campaign by Thai Pakdee Party. Academics argue the measure would not reduce corruption, recommending instead an introduction of new banknote series and a time limit of cash circulation to tackle “grey capital.”
Jan 7, 2026 | Politics
Fact-check: MP candidates with pending legal cases are not considered disqualified under election law
Do MP candidates with ongoing legal proceedings meet the criteria for disqualification? Thai PBS Verify has investigated this matter. Legal provisions state that election candidates whose cases are currently under consideration and have not yet reached a final verdict are not subject to the disqualification criteria outlined in the election law. Being charged or undergoing court proceedings is not yet considered an admission of guilt under constitutional principles. Unless the court imposes a prison sentence and issues a detention order by court warrant, they will only be legally disqualified from being an MP candidate or a Member of Parliament.
Jan 6, 2026 | Politics
“Thai Kao Mai” pushes “free education up to PhD level”; academics say 12-year free education must comes first
Thai Kao Mai Party has announced a policy of “free education up to PhD level,” one of the education policies drawing close attention during the election period. Meanwhile, Thai PBS Verify has examined and traced the development of Thailand’s free education policy
Dec 30, 2025 | Politics
Fact check: Anutin’s remarks on “repaying a 2,400-baht debt” via “Khon La Khrueng Plus” stimulus. Academics view this as attempt to persuade eligible voters, pointing out that 2026 budget already exists.
Thai PBS Verify reviewed a statement made by Anutin Charnvirakul, leader of Bhumjaithai Party, during his policy announcement for the 2026 general election, regarding the “Khon La Khrueng Plus [Half-Half Plus]” government co-payment scheme. He said, “I still owe the people 2,400 baht, and I ask for the chance to return and settle that debt.” The review found that this wording could cause confusion and misunderstanding about the policy. The truth is that the 2026 budget already exists under the legal framework; it is not a personal debt but part of the national budget.
Dec 27, 2025 | Politics
Fact check : Pheu Thai’s 20-Baht Metro Flat Fare Policy—Is ‘Immediate Implementation’ Feasible?
Facebook posts have been found sharing images of Pheu Thai Party’s campaign posters for its 20-baht metro flat-rate rail fare policy, alongside questions asking: “Is this the same policy campaigned for since the era of former Prime Minister Yingluck, and can it be implemented immediately?”
Dec 25, 2025 | Politics
Verification: Teng Natthaphong does not say that if he becomes prime minister, he will accelerate trade with Cambodia – and resign if unsuccessful.
Thai PBS Verify examined a post on Threads that used a quote and an image of Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut, leader of People’s Party, claiming that he would speed up trade with Cambodia and step down if he failed to do so. The investigation found no such statement in any interview or official announcement, and Natthaphong himself confirmed that he has never made such a campaign-style remark as alleged.
Dec 25, 2025 | Politics
Post Claimed: “Chor Pannika” Demands “Military Reveal Battle Maps” Found to Be “Distorted and Doctored” Content Creating Misunderstanding.
Thai PBS Verify investigated a post claiming: "Chor Pannika Wanich, Executive Committee Member of the Progressive Movement, demanded the military reveal its battle maps." The post utilizes outdated imagery and manipulates footage from a television program to create a misleading impression.
Dec 23, 2025 | Politics
Cambodian Ministry of Defense claimed that “Thai military-media” published fake news. Verification result clearly confirms that Cambodia fired BM-21 rockets at Thai community.
The Facebook page of the Cambodian Ministry of Defense posted a claim that "Thai military and media" had published fake news, specifically: "Cambodia fired BM-21 rockets, shelling Thai citizens' residences." After verification, the evidence is clear: Cambodia fired BM-21 rockets down onto the community, leaving people seriously injured. Meanwhile, foreign media encountered the incident while reporting live, clearly confirming that Cambodia intentionally fired into the Thai community area.
Dec 18, 2025 | Politics
