Anutin announced progress in the local exam cheating case, expanding asset freezes exceeding 320 million baht, and affirmed that the matter is not over. He vowed no tolerance or protection for influential offenders.
On 11 Sep 2026 GMT+7, Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Anutin Charnvirakul led the Ministry of Interior’s executive team, joined by representatives from the Anti-Money Laundering Office (AMLO), the Office of the Public Sector Anti-Corruption Commission (PACC), and the Royal Thai Police, to report progress on the local civil service exam corruption case. He emphasized the case severely undermines confidence in Thailand’s bureaucracy. Many may have mistakenly believed the issue was settled, but investigations are ongoing. The Ministry of Interior has already revoked positions of individuals involved in score alterations.
Anutin revealed the case stems from integrated cooperation under a seven-agency MOU established when he served as Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior. Due to earnest efforts, assets linked to the offenses have been frozen, totaling over 320,860,765 baht. AMLO is investigating financial trails, analyzing evidence, and coordinating to expand probes to other involved parties. Several suspects have been arrested, related officials reassigned, and disciplinary committees established for investigations.
The Prime Minister affirmed his government has no policy to shield or favor any wrongdoer, adhering to the principle of “naming the behavior, not the person.” Anyone connected through financial trails will face straightforward and thorough prosecution. He assured the public there will be no interference or distortion of the case. The government will continue relentless anti-corruption efforts to restore public trust in the bureaucracy and ensure fairness for honest exam candidates.