Anutin clarifies relationship with Ben Smith . Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul on Thursday said that he knows Benjamin “Ben Smith” Mauerberger — the controversial South African businessman recently thrust into the spotlight after being linked to alleged cross-border scam networks — but firmly stated they are not close and have never had business dealings. . The move follows widely shared photos of Anutin with Mauerberger, which surfaced online just after the government announced a sweeping cr

No ceasefire, army authorised to lead operation amid border clashes: PM . Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said on Tuesday there will be no pause in Thailand’s military operation along the Cambodian border, stressing that the action “cannot stop now.” Speaking after the weekly Cabinet meeting, Anutin said that the government has authorised the army to lead the ongoing operation in the latest round of clashes. . He said the administration fully supports the military and dismissed speculation of

PM says Thailand ready to use military force if required amid escalating tensions . The Thai government has stated it is prepared to carry out military actions against Cambodia whenever necessary, following fresh clashes along the border, Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said, citing a resolution from the National Security Council. . In a televised speech on Monday, Anutin reported that Thai and Cambodian troops had exchanged fire at several points along the frontier. . He said that the govern