Thai Deputy PM Pledges Support for Flood-Hit University, Emphasizes Political Unity
Thai Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation, Yutthachanan Wongsuwan, pledged support for the flood-affected Ramkhamhaeng University and stated that there are no political enemies, emphasizing cooperation. He also expressed a calm stance on the no-confidence debate in parliament.
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