PM Says Can't Stop All Exam Fraud; Awaits Central Committee Decision
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul acknowledged the government cannot prevent all exam fraud but said authorities are investigating and prosecuting offenders as quickly as possible following arrests on July 15.
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul stated on July 16 at Government House that local government exam fraud and Thailand's OECD membership bid are separate matters. OECD membership requires good governance and audit principles, he said, adding that while complete prevention of cheating is impossible, the government has systems to investigate, arrest, and prosecute offenders as quickly as possible. Anutin noted that on July 15, people both inside and outside involved in the fraud were arrested and prosecuted, with investigations continuing. Multiple trusted agencies—including the National Anti-Corruption Commission, National Police, and Anti-Money Laundering Office, as well as the Interior Ministry itself—are conducting full investigations. When asked whether the Central Civil Service Commission's decision was unlikely to change, Anutin said the details should be explained by those responsible, and the commission will act accordingly. He emphasized that all actions must follow the law.
