Bangkok: “Pipat” has refuted allegations regarding the export of oil to Laos and Cambodia, asserting that he has not been involved in the energy sector for over two decades.
According to Thai News Agency, Pipat Ratchakitprakarn, a prominent member of the Bhumjaithai Party, has responded to social media claims linking him to oil shipments to Laos, which were allegedly resold to Cambodia. Pipat firmly denied these reports, labeling them as false and damaging to his reputation.
Mr. Pipat stated unequivocally that he has no connections to the oil trade or any export activities as purported. He retired from the energy industry in 2003 and is not associated in any capacity with any current energy companies. PTG Energy has also officially stated that it has never exported oil to Laos or Cambodia, countering the misinformation spreading online.
Pipat highlighted that the spread of such false information seems aimed at tarnishing his reputation and is politically motivated, especially as the Bhumjaithai Party gains traction in the public eye and seeks to lead the government once more. He expressed his readiness to cooperate with legal investigations and intends to pursue legal action against those propagating the misinformation.
He emphasized, “I confirm that all the news is false. I have no involvement whatsoever as alleged. I am ready to undergo all legal investigations and will take legal action against those responsible, including those who spread false information. We are currently gathering evidence to prosecute all those involved. I affirm that I will not allow the creation of false news to damage my reputation.”