Thai Ministry of Digital Economy Investigates 'Godd Dam' Page Over Alleged Defamation
The Ministry of Digital Economy and Society is working with the Technology Crime Suppression Division to identify the owner of the 'Godd Dam' page following allegations of spreading fake news against the Prime Minister.
On October 26, 2026, Deputy Minister of Digital Economy and Society, Ms. Naen Bunthida Somchai, addressed the ongoing investigation into the 'Godd Dam' social media page. The Ministry, in coordination with the Ministry of Justice and the Technology Crime Suppression Division (TCSD), is currently investigating the page for allegedly disseminating false information intended to defame the Prime Minister.
Kasikornbank has officially confirmed that the financial transactions mentioned in the page's posts did not occur. Regarding the identification of the page's owner, Ms. Naen stated that the Ministry is awaiting a formal announcement from the TCSD. Authorities are currently coordinating with online platforms to obtain IP addresses and verify the identity of the individuals responsible.
For residents and travelers, this case highlights the Thai government's heightened scrutiny of online content and the potential legal risks associated with sharing unverified information. While social media speculation regarding the identity of the page owner has circulated, the Deputy Minister emphasized that official confirmation is still pending. Authorities are currently evaluating the intent of individuals who shared the content before deciding on potential legal actions. It remains to be confirmed who is behind the page and how the authorities will proceed with those who disseminated the posts.
