The NBTC secretary-general says the regulator's board has split into two groups after a dispute over the chairman's eligibility. Meetings have stalled for over two months, and the office is unsure which resolutions are legally valid. One board resolution reportedly ordered fines of 2–3 million baht a day against operators, but the office has not acted on it because of legal risk. If your business holds or is waiting on a telecom, broadcast or online-service licence, or expects a fine or refund from the regulator, expect delays and ask for written confirmation of status.
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