Governor Sambay's Post-Transfer Statement: 'I am no one's junior'

Khaosod•Politics•3d ago

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Phuket Governor Nirat Pongsitthavorn accepts his transfer to Deputy Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, asserting his seniority and commitment to upholding the law.

•Phuket Governor Nirat Pongsitthavorn has been transferred to the position of Deputy Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior.
•Governor Nirat stated he respects the decision of the Prime Minister and the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior regarding his transfer.
•He emphasized his seniority and independence, stating he is not subordinate to anyone and sees himself as a senior figure guiding officials.
•The transfer follows Governor Nirat's efforts to address conflicts and enforce regulations against illegal activities and corruption in Phuket.

Overview

•On June 16, 2026, at 14:00, Governor Nirat Pongsitthavorn reported to the Prime Minister and Minister of Interior at Don Mueang Airport.
•Governor Nirat was transferred to the position of Deputy Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior following a Cabinet resolution.
•Governor Nirat stated he respects the decisions of the Prime Minister and the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior.
•Governor Nirat affirmed that he is not discouraged by the transfer and will continue working, stating, 'I am no one's junior'.
•Governor Nirat's actions to prohibit illegal activities and warn officials against accepting benefits are suggested as a potential reason for dissatisfaction from some parties.
•Governor Nirat reported on the situation of suppressing influential figures in Phuket, including foreign mafia.
•Governor Nirat expressed the view that a committee led by a Deputy Permanent Secretary should be established to investigate conflicts in the area.
•Governor Nirat stated that he had prohibited illegal actions and warned against accepting benefits from anyone in Phuket.

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Key Quotes

Nirat Pongsitthavorn

"Me, a junior? I am a provincial governor, level C 10, 9th year, the most senior in Thailand. I am no one's junior. I see everyone as juniors and it's my duty to help them do what's right, help remind them. If you look at news in the area, I have ordered prohibitions on illegal actions."

ผมนี่หรือน้อง ผมเป็นผู้ว่าราชการจังหวัด อยู่ระดับ ซี 10 ปีที่ 9 อาวุโสที่สุดในประเทศไทย ผมไม่ใช่น้องของใครแล้ว ผมเห็นทุกคนเป็นน้องและมีหน้าที่ช่วยให้เขาทำในสิ่งที่ถูกต้อง ช่วยเตือน หากไปดูข่าวในพื้นที่ผมได้สั่งห้ามทำอะไรที่นอกกฎหมาย

Nirat Pongsitthavorn

"Certainly."

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Key Entities

Person

Governor Sambay(ผู้ว่าฯเซมเบ้)

A provincial governor who has been transferred and is speaking out about his position and responsibilities.

Prime Minister(นายกฯ)

The national leader who made the decision regarding the transfer of Governor Sambay.

Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior(ปลัดมท.)

High-ranking official in the Ministry of Interior whose decisions regarding provincial governor transfers are being respected.

Nirat Pongsitthavorn(นายนิรัตน์ พงษ์สิทธิถาวร)

The Governor of Phuket who was transferred to Deputy Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior and gave an interview.

Deputy Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior(รองปลัดกระทรวงมหาดไทย)

The new position to which Governor Nirat Pongsitthavorn has been transferred.

Place

Phuket Province(จังหวัดภูเก็ต)ℹ️

The province where Nirat Pongsitthavorn served as governor before his transfer.

Military Airport 2, Wing 6 (W.6), Don Mueang(ท่าอากาศยานทหาร 2 กองบิน 6 (บน.6) ดอนเมือง)

The location where Governor Nirat Pongsitthavorn reported to the Prime Minister.

Organization

Cabinet(ครม.)

The government body that passed the resolution for the transfer of provincial governors.

Ministry of Interior(กระทรวงมหาดไทย)ℹ️

The ministry overseeing provincial governors and responsible for investigating conflicts.