Thai Cabinet Announces Key Appointments During Mobile Meeting
The Thai Cabinet has approved several high-level appointments, including new leadership for the Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand, during a mobile meeting in Udon Thani.
On November 3, 2026, the Thai Cabinet held an official mobile meeting in Udon Thani, where Deputy Spokesperson Lalida Peritwatthana announced a series of high-level government appointments. Among the key decisions, the Cabinet approved the Ministry of Transport's proposal to appoint new leadership for the Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand (MRTA). Piyapong Jiwatkulpaisarn has been named the new Chairman of the Board, while Montri Dechasakulsom joins as a qualified committee member. These appointments are effective immediately, filling vacancies left by previous members who resigned. The new appointees will serve for the remainder of the original terms. Additionally, the Cabinet confirmed other appointments, including Yuthasak Supasorn as Chairman of the Creative Economy Agency and the selection of nine qualified members for the Special Case Committee under the Ministry of Justice. For residents and travelers, these changes in leadership at the MRTA are significant as they oversee the development and management of Bangkok's expanding mass transit network. While these administrative shifts are standard government procedure, stakeholders will be watching to see if the new board members introduce any changes to ongoing infrastructure projects or service policies. Further details regarding the long-term strategic direction of these agencies under the new leadership remain to be confirmed.
