James Robertson
Who is Behind the Klongchan Controversy?
Who is Behind the Klongchan Controversy?
James Robertson
Does DSI even know what Money Laundering is?
Jennifer Kitil
Commentary by Former TV Program Director

On December 26, 2016, National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) permanently revoked the license of the Dhamma Media Channel (DMC.TV) on grounds of it being a threat to the national security of Thailand.

Jennifer Kitil
VoiceTV21's "Daily Dose": Potential Amendment ...

On a recent Daily Dose, the host, M.L. Natthakorn, takes on the topic of amending the Sangha Act. This potential modification centers specifically on Section 7 of the Sangha Act of 1962 - the nomination and assignment of the Supreme Patriarch. The modification will essentially transfer the power to nominate and select the Supreme Patriarch from the hands of the Supreme Sangha Council to that of the Prime Minister. The long term impact this alteration will have, in the eyes of Phra Meteedhammajarn, is colossal and irreparable.      

A Few Thoughts on Money Laundering

Wat Phra Dhammakaya has been fraught by the Department of Special Investigation's (DSI) claim of money laundering - a complicated topic. This video and these graphics attempt to take out the complications by presenting them in a simple form, and also attempts to dismiss any claims of Wat Phra Dhammakaya's involvement in money laundering. 

DSI Seeks Arrest Warrant: A Lawyer's Perspective

1. Why did DSI choose to release a written statement instead of an announcement via live press conference? This is highly unusual for a high profile case being followed closely by the public, particularly, when reporters from most of the Thai media outlets had been on standby outside of DSI headquarters for most of the day.

A Perspective on the Klongchan Credit Union Cooperative Case

What Transpired and How It Can Be Rectified

Klongchan Credit Union Cooperative (KCUC) initially had a working capital of 21,000 M baht. The issue arose when it permitted 12,000 M baht in loans, making itself illiquid—a state of lacking sufficient funds to meet its obligations. This led to a deficit preventing the cooperative from having available funds for circulation, putting it at risk for bankruptcy. Potential approaches to rectify the situation and restore the cooperative are as follows: 

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