The government spokesperson revealed that the government is taking serious measures to control data centers. Today (3 Sept), authorities filed a complaint over the illegal storage of 200,000 liters of fuel. Meanwhile, Deputy Prime Minister Ekniti has called for the first data center board meeting on 4 Sept to close systemic regulatory loopholes.
On 3 September 2026, Ms. Ratchada Thanadirek, spokesperson for the Office of the Prime Minister, stated that the Prime Minister is closely monitoring issues concerning data center operations in urban areas. Concerns have arisen that some operators may be exploiting legal gaps by obtaining construction permits for buildings classified as warehouses before installing systems and operating them as data centers, potentially leading to incomplete oversight of safety and environmental regulations.
The Prime Minister has appointed Deputy Prime Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas as chairman of the Data Center Business Policy Committee, or “Data Center Board,” which will hold its first meeting on Friday, 4 September 2026. The goal is to urgently review laws, regulations, and agency criteria to close oversight gaps and set standards to systematically support the expansion of the data center industry.
Regarding the data center building on Rama 9 Road, the Ministry of Energy conducted an inspection after receiving complaints about the storage of fuel reserves within the facility. Initial findings revealed unauthorized fuel storage, leading officials to remove approximately 200,000 liters of fuel from the premises. The operator has since ceased this activity.
According to the law, storage of fuel exceeding 15,000 liters requires a permit and must not exceed the authorized amount. Today (3 September 2026), the Department of Energy Business will file a formal complaint to pursue legal action accordingly.
Ms. Ratchada said the rapid growth of the data center industry has prompted the government to urgently update the regulatory system to keep pace with investments. Currently, multiple agencies oversee different legal aspects, but there is a lack of a mechanism to coordinate overall considerations—from building use and fuel storage to safety and community impact.
“The government supports investment in the data center industry, which is vital to the country’s digital economy. However, such investments must comply with clear laws and safety standards. The board meeting on 4 September aims to close regulatory gaps so that industry growth proceeds alongside safety, environmental protection, and public confidence,” Ms. Ratchada said.