Law
NBTC Chairman Acknowledges Supreme Administrative Court Ruling
Professor Dr. Sarana Boonbaichaiyapruck has issued a statement respecting the Supreme Administrative Court's decision regarding his tenure as NBTC Chairman.
On September 2, 2026, Thai Post reported that Professor Dr. Sarana Boonbaichaiyapruck, Chairman of the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC), released an official statement following a ruling by the Supreme Administrative Court. The court has ordered the lower Administrative Court to accept a lawsuit for consideration concerning the dispute over Dr. Sarana’s position as the head of the commission.
In his statement, Dr. Sarana expressed his respect for the judicial process and the court's decision to review both the legal arguments and the factual evidence presented. He emphasized that this development should not be viewed as a situation of winners or losers, but rather as a standard part of the legal process.
For residents and expatriates in Thailand, the NBTC plays a critical role in regulating the nation’s telecommunications and broadcasting infrastructure, which impacts internet services, mobile connectivity, and media standards. While this legal development concerns the leadership of the regulatory body, it remains to be confirmed how the lower court will proceed with the case and whether this will result in any shifts in the commission's policy direction or operational stability. Observers are now waiting for the lower Administrative Court to schedule further proceedings regarding the merits of the complaint.