NBTC Secretary-General Questions Legality of Recent Board Meetings
The Secretary-General of the NBTC has raised concerns regarding the legal validity of recent meetings held by six board members, citing a lack of official documentation and potential procedural irregularities.
According to a report by Prachachat Business on October 22, 2026, Trairat Viriyasirikul, the Secretary-General of the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC), has publicly questioned the legal standing of recent meetings conducted by six board members. Trairat stated that the NBTC office is facing operational difficulties due to the lack of a definitive legal ruling on the validity of these sessions.
Trairat highlighted four specific points of concern, noting that the office has yet to receive formal reports or audio recordings of the proceedings. He expressed hesitation in executing any directives resulting from these meetings, fearing potential legal repercussions. Furthermore, he raised allegations regarding the possible deletion of meeting audio records, which has added to the uncertainty surrounding the board's governance.
For residents and expatriates in Thailand, this internal administrative dispute is significant as it may impact the regulatory oversight of telecommunications and broadcasting services. While the situation remains fluid, the primary uncertainty lies in whether the decisions made during these meetings will be upheld or invalidated by higher legal authorities. Stakeholders are currently awaiting further clarification to determine if these administrative actions will affect service continuity or future policy implementation. The NBTC has not yet provided a final resolution to these procedural questions.
