Politics
Thai Ministry of Finance Announces Major Senior Official Reshuffle
The Thai Cabinet has approved the appointment of eight senior officials within the Ministry of Finance, including new leadership for the Revenue and Treasury Departments.
On September 22, 2026, the Thai Cabinet officially approved a significant reshuffle of eight high-ranking positions within the Ministry of Finance. According to reports from Khaosod Online, these strategic appointments are intended to realign leadership across key fiscal departments.
Key appointments include Ms. Salakjit Pongsirichan, formerly an advisor on tax collection strategy, who has been named the new Director-General of the Revenue Department. Mr. Teeralak Saengsanit, previously a Deputy Permanent Secretary, will transition to the role of Director-General of the Treasury Department. Additionally, Mr. Thibdee Wattanakul, the former head of the State Enterprise Policy Office (SEPO), has been appointed as the Director of the Public Debt Management Office (PDMO).
For residents and expatriates, these changes represent a shift in the administrative oversight of Thailand’s tax and fiscal policy. While these appointments are internal government matters, they may influence the implementation of future tax regulations and state enterprise management. At this stage, the specific policy priorities of the new appointees remain to be confirmed as they transition into their respective roles. Further details regarding the remaining five appointments and the official commencement dates for these officials are expected to be released by the Ministry of Finance in the coming weeks.