Thailand's Cabinet approved Poonpong Nayanapakorn as the new Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Commerce, effective from the Royal Decree appointment date, replacing Wuthikrai Lewveeraphun who retires September 30. Poonpong's appointment is strategic—he brings 20+ years of provincial and central government experience in commerce policy, business development registration, and entrepreneurship promotion, plus board positions in finance, tech, and labor sectors. His background in data-driven trade strategy positions him to drive Thai business and economy into the digital era.