Profile of Kovit Sriphirom, 21st Attorney General

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Kovit Sriphirom has been appointed as the 21st Attorney General, recognized for his pivotal role in high-profile national security cases.

•Kovit Sriphirom has been appointed as the 21st Attorney General.
•The decision was made unanimously by the Judicial Council at its 6/2026 meeting.
•He is known for handling significant national security cases, including the 'Khay Moo' ransom case and the 'Oum Aluwalaili' kidnapping-murder case.
•His educational background includes degrees from NIDA, the Bar Association, and Ramkhamhaeng University, along with various executive programs.

•On October 1, 2026, Kovit Sriphirom assumed the position of Attorney General.
•The Judicial Council has unanimously resolved to appoint Kovit Sriphirom as Attorney General.
•Kovit Sriphirom is the 21st person to hold the position of Attorney General.
•Kovit Sriphirom is recognized as a key figure in handling national security legal matters.
•Kovit Sriphirom's notable cases include the 'Khay Moo' ransom case and the 'Oum Aluwalaili' murder case, which involved Thai-Saudi relations.
•Kovit Sriphirom has pursued advanced studies in various executive and management programs, including National Security Management.
•Beyond legal work, Kovit Sriphirom has engaged in social and volunteer activities, such as managing tsunami victim funerals and promoting restorative justice.

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Kovit Sriphirom(โกวิท ศรีไพโรจน์)

The 21st Attorney General of Thailand, known for handling national security cases.

Judicial Council(คณะกรรมการอัยการ)

The body that reviewed and unanimously approved Kovit Sriphirom's appointment as Attorney General.

The institution from which Kovit Sriphirom obtained a Master of Public Administration degree.

Bar Association of Thailand(เนติบัณฑิตยสภา)ℹ️

The institution where Kovit Sriphirom completed Thai Barrister training.

Ramkhamhaeng University(มหาวิทยาลัยรามคำแหง)ℹ️

The university where Kovit Sriphirom earned his Bachelor of Laws degree.

National Intelligence Agency(สำนักข่าวกรองแห่งชาติ)ℹ️

The agency offering the National Security Management course, which Kovit Sriphirom completed.

Pencak Silat Association of Thailand(สมาคมกีฬา ปันจักสีลัตแห่งประเทศไทย)

An organization where Kovit Sriphirom served on the legal committee.

Lawyers Council of Thailand(สภาทนายความ)

A council where Kovit Sriphirom served as a member.