Industry Permanent Secretary Shifts to Energy Role
Industry Ministry permanent secretary Natthapon Rangsitphol is transferring to lead the Energy Ministry following a request from its minister, with a replacement to be selected from within the department.
Industry Minister Varawuth Silpaarcha announced on August 11, 2025, at Government House that permanent secretary Natthapon Rangsitphol will be transferred from the Industry Ministry to become permanent secretary of the Energy Ministry. Silpaarcha acknowledged that Energy Minister Ekniyom Phromphao had requested the transfer, noting that Natthapon has completed four years of service and possesses strong qualifications. Since the Energy Ministry was formerly part of the Industry Ministry, the move was deemed feasible. The new Industry Ministry permanent secretary will be selected from candidates within the ministry, pending cabinet approval and documentation review.