Thai PM Dismisses Corruption Allegations Linked to Ministry Official

Introduction to leaked audio clips circulating online, with one clip allegedly involving a conversation between 'Som' and a lawyer.

The content of the clips is summarized, including accusations that the wife of the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior is involved in local exam corruption worth 4,500 million baht.

The Prime Minister's initial reaction to the allegations, calling them 'nonsense' and stating they are not worth giving value to.

The Prime Minister reiterates his stance, questioning the need for clarification on baseless claims and urging media to differentiate between substance and non-substance.

The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior states he will not clarify anything untrue and that his wife is not involved, emphasizing that personal histories can be investigated.

The Prime Minister discusses the ongoing investigation, stating that there will be accountability and that attempts are being made to divert the issue.

The Prime Minister expresses confidence in the Permanent Secretary, stating he works closely with him and that actions are taken according to the law.

The Prime Minister responds to questions about suspending the Permanent Secretary, stating that investigations are handled by the relevant department and that action will be taken if clear evidence emerges.

Opposition politicians criticize the Prime Minister's reaction, calling it contradictory and a hasty dismissal of evidence, especially given his previous anti-corruption stance.

The opposition vows not to allow the investigation to be narrowed down to only certain officials and insists on a root-and-branch examination of the case.