Day: March 17, 2024

House of Representatives, A government spokesperson revealed that the government has ordered an investigation into the facts of conversations during the Live Fire Fighting Party of the Progressive Party. and the Mirror Foundation In the case of accusing the governor Don't dare declare a disaster because the budget is gone. Mr. Chai Watcharong, spokesman for the Prime Minister's Office, said that from the case of a live clip of forest fire extinguishing of the Forward Party and the Mirror Foundation There was a time when Mr. Sombat Bunngamonong talked with Mr. Pitha. Limcharoenrat said, 'The reason the provincial governor doesn't dare declare a disaster is because there is no more budget left. Because the disaster budget is a budget that is paid in advance to the company that is already waiting. The provincial budget is pocket change, so when a real disaster strikes, there is no more budget left.' A spokesman for the Prime Minister's Office explained this issue: 1) The government has ordered an investigatio n into the said case, divided into 2 issues, namely: 1.1 The disaster budget is an advance payment to the company that is already waiting. What is the advance payment? Why do we have to use the disaster budget to pay? What company is paid? How much money did you pay? What is the company waiting for? 1.2 The provincial budget is change. What is the change? How do you give change to someone? How much is the total change? 2) To be useful for inspection and to support the resolution of forest fire and smoke problems in an efficient and transparent manner. I would like to kindly request the qualified person to please provide detailed information according to questions 1.1 and 1.2 above and submit evidence according to the accusations that appeared in Mr. Khun Pitha's conversation to the government. (Can be delivered through Mr. Somkid Chuekong, Deputy Secretary-General of the Prime Minister political party) as well, it would be a great grace The government spokesperson emphasized that If it is verified that th is story has reliable evidence that this story is true. The government will expedite legal action. Check and proceed immediately. Thank you to all citizens who have reported suspicious information to the government that there may be non-transparent actions to solve the problem of extinguishing forest fires and reducing dangerous dust and smoke that are currently occurring. 'The government places great emphasis on accuracy, transparency, and accountability in its work. If the cause is identified that may cause discomfort to the public. The government is ready to investigate. Strictly proceed according to the law To make the people feel comfortable Believe in the work of the government that aims to solve problems. Truly raising the standard of living for the people,' Mr. Chai said. Source: Thai News Agency

House, "Kenika" responds to the opposition criticizing insufficient manpower to solve forest fires and explains that the government has allocated the central budget to hire people in the area to help, insisting that the Prime Minister is open to listening to opinions from all sides. Always go to nearby areas. Ms. Kanika Aunjit, Deputy Spokesperson of the Prime Minister's Office, revealed that the government under the leadership of Mr. Settha Thavisin, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, The problem of PM 2.5 dust has always been given importance. The government has integrated work from many ministries across the country. Especially in the northern area The government is not only solving problems in Chiang Mai province. But it still covers all 17 provinces, including Chiang Rai Province, where even though the power is out But the government continues to put in place surveillance measures. In addition, this year's dust is considered to be less than last year. Confirming that the government has given impor tance to solving the dust problem. Using the limited budget for maximum efficiency He has emphasized that it should be used in a cost-effective and transparent manner. In addition, the Prime Minister has always provided encouragement to those involved and officials. Because it is an important mechanism for solving this problem. Ms. Kanika said that, however, we would like to thank the many parties who have made suggestions on how to solve the dust problem. The Prime Minister himself is open to listening to opinions from all parties. As for the case, the opposition has come out and noted that the government has insufficient manpower to solve the problem because the forest area is large, such as in Chiang Mai province. with forest area Both the protected forest and the national reserved forest cover 9 million rai and have 1,800 forest rangers. We would like to clarify that in normal situations the forest can be taken care of. But during a forest fire situation, this may not be sufficient for the situation. The government has solved the problem by allocating the central budget to hiring people in the area to monitor. The part that says Most forest fires occur in areas of parks and forests. which is not in agricultural areas as the government understands, confirming that the government is not complacent. Because the Prime Minister has visited the nearby area many times before and has ordered the Forestry Department and the National Park Service to expedite the problem. This can be seen from the recently approved budget. Ms. Kanika further said that on March 3, 2024, the Cabinet resolved to approve the central budget. It is a total of 272,655,350 baht, of which 109,946,650 baht belongs to the Forestry Department and 162,708,700 baht to the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation to pay for the project to solve the problem of forest fires and smog to reduce PM 2.5 dust in area 17. Northern Province and a high risk of forest fires During the months of January-May 2024 By hiring people in the area to strictly monitor risky areas. This makes it possible to detect forest fires in a timely manner. and quickly control forest fires. Source: Thai News Agency

Chiang Mai, "Settha" ignores criticism from the Prime Minister. Many people say, "Mr. Settha is the Prime Minister. It has executive power according to the Constitution.' He stated that he did not intend to eliminate this scandal. Ask again and answer again. There was no dampening of morale. Revealed that he had the opportunity to visit the area with Thaksin. Mr. Settha Thavisin, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Referring to off-site Cabinet meetings. In Phayao Province on March 18-19, there is no special matter yet. Look at the stories in the area and see what they want. It is the intention of the government to go to every region and province. The Prime Minister also confirmed that he intends to continue visiting the area. Because after this Until mid-May There are no plans to travel abroad at all. Will visit the area continuously Next weekend, Saturday I will go to Phichit Province and on Sunday I will go to Nakhon Ratchasima. When asked whether he would see pictures of his visit to the area with Mr. Thaksin Shinawatra, former Prime Minister or not, Because it cannot be denied that Mr. Thaksin He is an important person of the Pheu Thai Party. The Prime Minister stated that, of course, Mr. Thaksin was the founder of the Pheu Thai Party. and is the spirit of the Pheu Thai Party He is a very popular Prime Minister. If Mr. Thaksin doesn't come and help here, Thailand will not benefit. There will be a chance. Have you seen them go to the area together or not? There's already a chance. But we haven't made an appointment yet. But no matter who the Prime Minister is, he is happy to go to the area with him. As for the Prime Minister having stated that Mr. Thaksin's visit to the area Making the people smile, the Prime Minister stated that we have not discussed this matter yet. But every smile is encouragement to work. It is what he wants to see on the faces of the people. No matter who brings a smile As for concerns about the Prime Minister Overlapping or not? The Prime Minister shook his head lightly. and sa id he had never thought about it. There's never been an issue here. And we know that many former prime ministers are very popular. He believes that no matter what party the Prime Minister is, Everyone has good hopes for the country. But thinking about various policies is different. Today he is the Prime Minister here. We must manage the expectations of all citizens. The former Prime Minister is also one of the people. I believe there is good hope. Is it possible in terms of recommendations? You have to look at management. Both budget and suitability When asked how to eliminate this criticism, the Prime Minister stated that he had no idea how much to eliminate. He did not pay attention to this matter. Because it's not corruption. or inefficiency in work or things that need to be eliminated Our country has freedom. Can be criticized under the law When people are interested in themselves, they have a duty to answer. Ready to emphasize that he didn't think anything of it and that it didn't dampen his morale at w ork. Didn't bother to answer. Tomorrow, ask again and answer again. If anything can be fixed, fix it. The reporter asked that during this period the Prime Minister was better at answering questions. The Prime Minister said that he was not more good at answering questions. Every word comes from the heart. It's the truth He didn't know how to answer. No matter how he asked, he always answered the same. Criticism is normal. Positive and negative are also listened to. Anything that is negative and can be fixed, he will fix it and confirm that the power of government administration rests with him. 'Because I, Mr. Settha Thavisin, am the Prime Minister and have full decision-making power. Under the Constitution of the Kingdom of Thailand,' the Prime Minister stated. When asked to see a picture of the Prime Minister Playing Songkran water with Mr. Thaksin during this Songkran festival or not? The Prime Minister stated that he did not travel to Chiang Mai province. But will travel to Ratchaburi province. Phetchabu ri and Prachuap Khiri Khan And if you're going to play Songkran, you'll probably be in that area. Probably won't come to Chiang Mai. However, it is reported that Mr. Thaksin It is scheduled to travel to Chiang Mai province during 13 - 15 April. Source: Thai News Agency