Yi Thanakun Calls for Consumer Protection Board Accountability in The Icon Case.

Bangkok: "Yi Thanakun" has urged the Consumer Protection Board to step out of the shadows and address systemic issues, questioning whether the board itself is part of the problem. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Thanakun Jit-Isara, President of the Santi Prachadham Club, expressed concerns over the Office of the Consumer Protection Board's (OCPB) failure to revoke The Icon's license, choosing instead to consult the Council of State. The OCPB cited complexities in determining legal violations and emphasized its role in assessing cases under the Direct Selling Act and Direct Marketing Act, including fraudulent financial activities. Thanakun highlighted the need for clarity and diligence from the OCPB in evaluating businesses like The Icon, which pursued direct marketing with questionable practices. He stressed the importance of understanding the law, especially for artists involved in promotional roles, and the necessity of scrutinizing products endorsed by the OCPB. Thanakun provided an example of compan ies making large donations, suggesting that the Consumer Protection Board should investigate beyond legal compliance and offer guidance. He expressed sympathy for those imprisoned due to legal misunderstandings and advocated for proactive measures, such as identifying legal distribution channels for products, to prevent future issues. Thanakun criticized the potential exploitation of the Consumer Protection Board for personal gain and emphasized the need to address the intertwining of power and money, urging society to use The Icon case to tackle systemic corruption. Thanakun further stated that the Consumer Protection Board must actively resolve these issues, as its previous endorsements contributed to public trust in The Icon. He called for accountability from related government agencies and urged direct selling companies to seek broader knowledge, acknowledging that reliance solely on government bodies is insufficient. The incident reflects the necessity for comprehensive oversight and responsibility from both the private and public sectors.