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Korn to lodge complaint with PM over PTT’s power production investment

13 Sept 13:07 Key points summarised by AI

Democrat party deputy leader Korn Chatikavanij plans to complain to the Prime Minister and Energy Minister about PTT's acquisition of a 69% stake in private power producer GLOW via its subsidiary GPSC.
Korn contends that PTT's move may violate the Constitution by enabling a state enterprise to compete with the private sector, potentially distorting competition due to PTT's monopoly on gas supply to power producers.

Yesterday 17:04 Key points summarised by AI

Civic groups, including those representing labourers and older people, submitted a protest letter demanding the Bhumjaithai Party withdraw bills to shift funding for four organizations (Thai PBS, Older Persons Fund, Thai Health Promotion Foundation, Sports Authority of Thailand) from earmarked taxes to the central government budget.
Leaders argue these organizations were established for public interest, supporting public service media, elder care, public health, and sports development, and any amendments should consider all stakeholders' views.
Over 70% of parliamentary poll respondents opposed the proposed changes, prompting civic leaders to call on the ruling party to respect the people's will and withdraw the bills.
A network of slum dwellers also opposes the funding changes, threatening a rally if the government fails to address their demands.