Thailand's Deputy Finance Minister is accused of being linked to a cyber fraud ring, and his wife is accused of receiving $3 million worth of cryptocurrency.

PANews reported on October 24th that, according to Global Times, Thailand's Deputy Finance Minister Worapak Thanyayong has officially resigned due to allegations of links to a telecom fraud ring, becoming the first cabinet minister to resign since Prime Minister Anutin took office. Previous reports allege Worapak's connection to a foreign fraudster suspected of transnational telecom fraud in Cambodia, and his wife has also been accused of receiving $3 million worth of cryptocurrency from a Cambodian criminal network this year. These multiple accusations have embroiled Worapak in a public outcry. On the day of his resignation, Worapak denied any involvement in any illegal activity, stating that he was resigning to "focus fully on his legal defense." He also cited the time commitment required to handle the lawsuit and expressed concern about the impact it would have on his responsibilities at the Ministry of Finance.