Politics
Former Senator Urges Anutin to Remove NBTC Chairman
A former senator has publicly called for Deputy Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul to expedite the removal of Dr. Sarana Boonbaichaiyapruck from his position as Chairman of the NBTC.
According to a report by Thai Post on August 9, 2026, a former senator has issued a strong warning to Deputy Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul regarding the status of Dr. Sarana Boonbaichaiyapruck, the Chairman of the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC). The former senator urged Anutin to immediately submit a request for the removal of Dr. Sarana, cautioning that failing to act could expose the Deputy Prime Minister to potential criminal charges and ethical violations.
The former senator also suggested that the recent resignation of the former secretary to the NBTC chairman was likely prompted by receiving "special signals" regarding the situation.
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 political maneuvering does not currently impact daily internet or mobile services, it underscores a period of governance uncertainty at the agency.
It remains to be confirmed whether Anutin Charnvirakul will take any formal action regarding the request or if the NBTC will issue a response to these allegations. The public is currently awaiting further developments to see if this pressure leads to a change in leadership or if the matter remains a political dispute.