Politics
DSI Chief Yuthana Phraedam Promoted to Level 11 Position
The Thai Cabinet has approved the transfer of DSI Director-General Yuthana Phraedam to a senior advisory role, marking a promotion in civil service rank.
On September 23, 2026, Deputy Prime Minister Songsak Thongsri addressed media inquiries regarding the recent Cabinet decision to transfer Police Colonel Yuthana Phraedam from his role as Director-General of the Department of Special Investigation (DSI). Under the new appointment, Yuthana will serve as a Special Expert attached to the Office of the Prime Minister.
Addressing concerns about the nature of this move, Songsak clarified that the transfer is not a demotion to an inactive post. Instead, the appointment represents a promotion from a Level 10 to a Level 11 civil service position. Songsak emphasized that such a transition is a significant career milestone for government officials, noting that Yuthana’s expertise will be utilized to assist with public grievance procedures and problem-solving initiatives within the Prime Minister’s Office.
For residents and observers, this change signifies a leadership shift within one of Thailand’s primary law enforcement agencies. While the government maintains that the move is a recognition of Yuthana’s service, the transition has drawn attention due to the high-profile nature of the DSI’s ongoing investigations. It remains to be confirmed how this leadership change will impact the continuity of pending special investigations and the overall operational direction of the DSI moving forward.