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PM Orders Investigation Into Leaked ID Card Data
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has ordered an investigation into leaked ID card data after his personal photograph surfaced online, directing authorities to examine the breach and review data protection systems.
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul held a press conference at Government House on August 5, 2026, ahead of a cabinet meeting, responding to claims of personal data leakage involving a photograph of him in an orange shirt on his ID card. He characterized the image as an old photograph taken years ago. When asked what measures he had ordered in response to the breach, the PM instructed relevant authorities to examine how the data escaped, verify its authenticity, and assess whether adequate protective systems are in place.
