Suthep challenges NACC to send his alleged graft case to Supreme Court

13 Sept 17:52 Key points summarised by AI

Suthep Thaugsuban urged the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) to expedite his alleged malfeasance case, involving police building constructions, to the Supreme Court's Criminal Division for Holders of Political Offices.
He seeks a swift resolution to clear his damaged reputation, stating he will livestream his clarification and challenging the NACC to publicly present evidence of his alleged wrongdoings.

2024 Thai government and minister nicknames explained

Today 11:13 Key points summarised by AI

The Thai press corps annually assigns satirical nicknames to the government and its ministers, reflecting public sentiment and political events of the year.
Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra was dubbed "Pae-tong-poay" (script-reader) for her frequent use of an iPad, while the entire government earned the moniker "Daddy's government," suggesting former PM Thaksin Shinawatra's pervasive influence.
Key ministers received pointed nicknames, such as Anutin Charnvirakul's "Bhumjai Kwang" (Proud to obstruct) for his party's opposition to coalition bills, and Pirapan Salirathavibhaga's "Pira Pung" (failure) for unfulfilled promises on energy prices.
Justice Minister Tawee Sodsong was branded "Tawee-I-P" for defending Thaksin's controversial hospital stay, and PM Paetongtarn's "My husband is a Southerner" became the "Quote of the Year" for its controversial response to criticisms.