New amnesty push reignites Thailand’s lese majeste debate

21 Sept 03:14 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's latest amnesty push intensifies political conflict, primarily over whether it should pardon those charged with lese majeste (insulting the monarchy).
An online poll revealed strong public opposition (64.66%) to including lese majeste violators in the amnesty, sparking accusations of irregularities from both sides.
A special House committee is drafting the broadest amnesty in Thai history, potentially covering "political motives" offenses from 2005-2024, which could benefit figures like Thaksin Shinawatra.
Multiple amnesty bills are proposed, but only the People's Amnesty Network's draft explicitly includes lese majeste cases, highlighting deep divisions on the issue.

Public expects most Kla Tham MPs to back Cabinet in censure vote, NIDA Poll finds

Yesterday 12:30 Key points summarised by AI

A recent NIDA poll indicates that a plurality of the public (30.38%) anticipates Kla Tham Party MPs will vote to support all 18 cabinet ministers targeted in the upcoming no-confidence debate.
Respondents believe the Ministry of Interior (38.78%) and the Prime Minister’s Office (21.37%) will face the toughest questioning during the censure debate.
Economic issues, particularly alleged incompetence in addressing problems (34.27%) and the rising cost of living (25.88%), are cited as the primary concerns for the government during the censure.
The public holds high expectations for the Opposition's case, with 45.65% believing clear, concrete evidence will be presented against all 18 ministers, and 41.22% expecting substantial evidence against specific ministers.