Lawyer Sitra to Request Investigation into Gun Jompalang Foundation

On September 3, 2026, Khaosod Online reported that lawyer Sitra Bia-bangkerd announced plans to submit a formal request to the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior. The petition seeks an official investigation into the Gun Jompalang Foundation, specifically concerning the management and expenditure of over 200 million baht in donations.

This development follows a public dispute between Sitra and the foundation's founder, known as 'Gun Jompalang.' The conflict has involved mutual accusations and references to political figures and aspirations. Sitra stated that his request for an audit is based on 'secret information' regarding potential nominee companies used by the foundation for procurement and spending. He intends to file the documents on September 4, 2026, at 11:00 AM.

For residents and expatriates in Thailand, this situation highlights an ongoing public debate regarding the transparency of charitable organizations and their intersection with political discourse. While the allegations are significant, they remain unproven claims made by one party in a personal dispute. It is important to note that no official findings have been released by the Ministry of Interior, and the foundation has yet to be formally cleared or found guilty of any wrongdoing. Observers should wait for the outcome of the potential government audit to understand the factual basis of these claims.