Political Criticism Mounts Over NBTC Chair's Tenure

On August 6, 2026, Thai Post reported that Phakamon Nunanan, a political figure, publicly criticized Dr. Soran, the Chairman of the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC), for his continued refusal to step down from his post. Phakamon accused Dr. Soran of lacking professional conscience, alleging that his justification for remaining in office—citing concerns over potential legal repercussions under Section 157 of the Criminal Code—is a disingenuous excuse. Phakamon further argued that Dr. Soran lacked the necessary qualifications for the role from the beginning.

Phakamon has called upon the Prime Minister to stop supporting Dr. Soran and to proceed with the formal process to remove him from his position.

For residents and expatriates in Thailand, this development highlights ongoing administrative instability within the NBTC, the regulatory body overseeing telecommunications and broadcasting services. While this dispute is primarily a matter of political and administrative governance, it may be of interest to those monitoring the regulatory environment for digital services and media in the country. At this stage, it remains to be confirmed whether the Prime Minister will take any formal action regarding the request to remove the Chairman, or if Dr. Soran will provide a further public response to these allegations.