Thai PBS News Coach Contract Terminated Early Following Public Scrutiny
Kor-khet Chantalertlak has ended his contract as a news coach for Thai PBS two months ahead of schedule following internal complaints regarding his monthly salary.
According to a report by Thai Post, Kor-khet Chantalertlak will step down from his position as a news coach at the public broadcaster Thai PBS, effective November 1, 2026. This departure comes two months before his contract was originally set to expire.
The decision follows internal pushback from staff members who raised questions regarding the appropriateness of his employment terms. Specifically, concerns were voiced regarding his compensation, which reportedly amounted to 100,000 baht per month. The internal scrutiny prompted a review of the arrangement, leading to the early termination of the agreement.
For residents and expatriates in Thailand, this development highlights ongoing discussions regarding transparency and corporate governance within the country’s public media institutions. Thai PBS, as a taxpayer-funded organization, is frequently subject to public and internal oversight regarding its operational expenditures and hiring practices.
At this stage, it remains to be confirmed whether Thai PBS will initiate a formal investigation into the hiring process or if further administrative changes will follow within the organization. No official statement has been released regarding a potential replacement for the role or whether the salary structure for future coaching positions will be adjusted in response to the controversy.
