Politics
Weapons Expert Calls for Disarmament of Political Figures
A weapons expert has publicly listed firearms registered to several Bhumjaithai Party leaders and urged the Prime Minister to initiate a voluntary surrender of weapons.
According to a report by Thai Post published on August 11, 2026, a weapons expert has disclosed a list of firearms allegedly held by prominent members of the Bhumjaithai Party. The report cites specific figures, claiming that Suchart possesses 12 firearms, Chada holds 23, Anucha has 40, and Thanon, the spouse of the Prime Minister, is listed with one.
The expert has called upon the Prime Minister to lead by example, suggesting that individuals within the Prime Minister’s own circle should be the first to surrender their weapons to the state. Furthermore, the expert proposed that politicians and their entourages should be prohibited from carrying firearms in public spaces.
For residents and travellers, this report highlights ongoing public discourse regarding gun control and the conduct of political figures in Thailand. While the expert has presented these figures as a matter of public interest, it remains to be confirmed whether these individuals will respond to the call for disarmament or if any formal policy changes regarding the carrying of weapons by political entourages will be enacted. As of now, these claims remain allegations made by a third-party expert, and no official government action or verification of the specific weapon counts has been announced.