NBTC Commissioner Refuses to Attend Meetings Led by Chairman

According to a report by Matichon Online on September 2, 2026, NBTC Commissioner Thanaphan has declared his refusal to participate in any commission meetings as long as Dr. Sarana remains in the position of Chairman. Thanaphan expressed his willingness to continue performing his official duties, provided that he works exclusively with the remaining six commissioners.

For residents and expatriates in Thailand, this internal administrative friction within the NBTC—the regulatory body overseeing telecommunications and broadcasting—is significant as it may impact the efficiency of decision-making processes regarding digital infrastructure, mobile network licensing, and broadcasting standards. While the commission continues to function, such high-level disagreements can lead to delays in policy implementation or regulatory updates that affect service providers and consumers alike.

It remains to be confirmed how the NBTC will resolve this leadership impasse and whether the boycott will result in a lack of quorum for future meetings. There is currently no information regarding how this internal conflict might specifically alter the day-to-day operations of telecommunications services or if further resignations or interventions from external government bodies will occur. Observers are waiting to see if a compromise can be reached or if the commission will face a prolonged period of internal instability.