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Thai Rubber Chief 'Perm' Resigns, Opening Door for New Government

Thai Rubber Chief 'Perm' Resigns, Opening Door for New Government

ThansettakijEconomy21h ago

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Dr. Perm Lertwangpong, Chairman and Acting Governor of the Rubber Authority of Thailand, has resigned to allow the new government to take full control of the rubber industry.

  • •Dr. Perm Lertwangpong has resigned from his positions as Chairman and Acting Governor of the Rubber Authority of Thailand.
  • •He stated his resignation is a gesture to facilitate the new government's administration of the rubber sector.
  • •Dr. Perm was appointed by Agriculture Minister Gen. Thammanas Prompao and has overseen key initiatives since December 26, 2023.
  • •His departure has caused shock and regret within the rubber industry.
  • •Dr. Perm urged rubber farmers to elect competent leaders who can drive agricultural policies forward.

Overview

  • •Dr. Perm Lertwangpong resigned from his positions as Chairman and Acting Governor of the Rubber Authority of Thailand in order to make way for the new government to fully manage the rubber industry.
  • •Dr. Perm Lertwangpong announced his resignation to the Minister of Agriculture and Cooperatives, Gen. Thammanas Prompao, due to the appropriate time to step down.
  • •On December 26, 2023, the Cabinet approved the appointment of Dr. Perm Lertwangpong as Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Rubber Authority of Thailand.
  • •Dr. Perm Lertwangpong championed initiatives such as 'Rubber Title Deeds', establishing a standard rubber market compliant with EUDR, combating illegal rubber trade, and promoting Thai tire brands 'Greenergy Tyre' and 'RAOT'.
  • •Dr. Perm Lertwangpong posted on Facebook bidding farewell to rubber farmers, stating, 'The position may not last long, but the legend will last forever. See you again when the nation needs me.'
  • •The rubber industry and rubber farmers have expressed shock and regret over Dr. Perm Lertwangpong's resignation, while also expressing support and respect for his decision.
  • •Dr. Perm Lertwangpong advised rubber farmers to use their judgment to choose the best leaders in the agricultural sector who can genuinely work to drive policy implementation forward.
  • •Dr. Perm Lertwangpong revealed his appointment originated from General Thammanas Prompao, Minister of Agriculture and Cooperatives, as part of a working group to support the minister's rubber administration efforts.

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Key Quotes

Dr. Perm Lertwangpong
"Life must move forward and fight on. Please use your judgment to choose the best. In the agricultural sector, choose people who can truly work to lead, so that policy implementation continues."
ชีวิตต้องเดินหน้าสู้ต่อไป ขอให้ใช้วิจารณญาณเลือกสิ่งที่ดีที่สุด เพราะในภาคเกษตร ขอให้เลือกคนที่ทำงานได้จริง เข้ามาบริหาร เพื่อให้การขับเคลื่อนนโยบายเดินหน้าต่อไป
Dr. Perm Lertwangpong
"The position may not last long, but the legend will last forever. See you again when the nation needs me."
ตำแหน่งอยู่ไม่นานแต่ตำนานอยู่ตลอดไป แล้วพบกันใหม่เมื่อชาติต้องการ

Key Entities

Person

Dr. Perm Lertwangpong(ดร.เพิก เลิศวังพง)
Resigned Chairman and Acting Governor of the Rubber Authority of Thailand.
Gen. Thammanas Prompao(ร้อยเอกธรรมนัส พรหมเผ่า)
Minister of Agriculture and Cooperatives and Deputy Prime Minister of Thailand.

Organization

Rubber Authority of Thailand(การยางแห่งประเทศไทย)
The government agency responsible for rubber industry management in Thailand.
Cabinet(คณะรัฐมนตรี (ครม.))
The executive branch of the Thai government responsible for policy approval.
"Greenergy Tyre"
A Thai tire brand promoted by the Rubber Authority of Thailand.
"RAOT"
A Thai brand associated with the Rubber Authority of Thailand.

Law

EU Deforestation Regulation(EUDR)ℹ️
European Union regulation aimed at preventing the import of commodities linked to deforestation.