Interior Ministry Orders Sweeping Audit of “Good Organization Foundation” and “Gun Jom Phalang,” Affirming Readiness to Amend Laws for Public Transparency in Donations

Today (3 November 2026) at 9:40 AM at the Monthathip Hall International Convention Centre in Udon Thani Province, Deputy Minister of Interior Phonphee Suwanchawee addressed the investigation into the source of funds and tax filing evidence of Panadda “Boom” Wongphudi, President of the Good Organization Foundation. He stated that clear regulations govern foundations and associations, requiring annual meetings to report balance sheets and revenue sources.

The Department of Provincial Administration and relevant agencies have been assigned to audit these records. Phonphee stressed that the inquiry is not limited to Boom Panadda’s foundation, but covers other foundations facing complaints as well. Full financial details are expected by this evening or tomorrow morning (Nov 4), ensuring a thorough investigation given the intense public interest. Claims regarding individuals purchasing land for the foundation will also be examined.

Addressing reports that Kanthat Phongphaiboonwet, known as “Gun Jom Phalang,” purchased land for the foundation, Phonphee noted he had seen the news but needs to verify whether the foundation officially received the land and under whose name it is registered. The Department of Provincial Administration and the Department of Lands are currently looking into the matter, with comprehensive details expected by this afternoon.

Furthermore, Phonphee agreed with Deputy Prime Minister Pakorn Nilprapunt’s proposal that foundation details should be opened to public scrutiny. He emphasized that while foundations act as intermediaries to help society, public donations warrant public transparency. Authorities are reviewing whether regulations can be updated through ministerial regulations under the authority of the Minister of Interior, or if formal legislative amendments through Parliament will be required.

Regarding potential controls on the proliferation of foundations, Phonphee reiterated that public concerns—such as money flows, contractor transactions, or questionable refunds—will be thoroughly investigated without exception. He acknowledged that certain regulations are outdated, citing legacy laws dating back to 1963, and urged the Ministry of Interior to modernize them with a 5-to-10-year forward-looking perspective to avoid frequent future revisions.