New draft law addresses bribery in government procurement by outlining penalties extending to high ranking officials, reports the Bangkok Post.
Manas Jamveha, director-general of the Comptroller General’s Department, said the new penalties reflect the government’s efforts to combat bribery by officials seeking advancement or political gains.
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According to the Bangkok Post, state officials charged with “misconduct or dereliction of duty that causes damage” can face an up to 2,000-20,000 baht fine and/or one to 10 years imprisonment – penalties reportedly based on Thailand’s Criminal Law.
Government procurement is governed by the Prime Minister’s Office. Jamveha said Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha required penalties in the new law to cover high-ranking officials to better tackle corruption at all levels of government.
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