Medical gear purchases trigger graft concernsListen to this articleThe Anti-Corruption Organisation of Thailand (ACT) on Monday raised concerns over possible irregularities in the procurement of medical equipment worth 603 million baht by several state-run hospitals, saying pricing showed significant discrepancies. The procurement was carried out through an e-bidding process with the median price set at 4.5 million baht per unit, bringing the total budget to 603 million baht. However, Phrapokklao Hospital signed a contract at 1.95 million baht per unit, or 2.55 million baht below the median price. The discrepancies in price raised questions about whether the median price was set far above market levels, said the ACT. If irregularities were involved, it could cost the state more than 340 million baht for 134 units that were procured, the ACT added.

Source: Bangkok Post December 23, 2025 00:23 UTC