Senate Confirms Khajordet Jenpattananon as State Audit Commissioner
The Thai Senate has approved the appointment of Khajordet Jenpattananon to the State Audit Commission, amid calls for increased accountability regarding past infrastructure failures.
On October 26, 2026, the Thai Senate officially confirmed the appointment of Khajordet Jenpattananon as a member of the State Audit Commission (SAC). The confirmation followed a review by the committee responsible for vetting the candidate's background and ethical conduct.
During the parliamentary session, Senator Dr. Premsak Piayura raised significant concerns regarding the commission's oversight responsibilities. He specifically highlighted public frustration surrounding the collapse of a building belonging to the Office of the Auditor General (OAG). Dr. Premsak challenged the official explanation that the collapse was due to faulty architectural plans, arguing that such a justification is insufficient and disrespectful to the public. He urged the newly appointed commissioner to prioritize a thorough investigation into the incident, demanding accountability for both private contractors and government officials involved in the project's approval and construction.
For residents and observers, this appointment signals a push for more rigorous scrutiny of public infrastructure projects. The case of the OAG building collapse remains a point of contention, and the public is awaiting clarity on whether the new commission will pursue legal action against those responsible for the structural failure. It remains to be confirmed how the commission will address these specific demands for transparency and whether the investigation into the building collapse will be reopened or accelerated under the new leadership.
