Thai Raksa Chart party has a “Young Blood” as its leader

13 Sept 13:09 Key points summarised by AI

Preechaphol Pongpanich, 38, a former Khon Kaen MP, was elected leader of the Thai Raksa Chart party, an off-shoot of the Pheu Thai party.
The party's leadership, featuring individuals like Rupob Shinawatra, is composed of "political young blood" from prominent families, aiming to be a generational "melting pot."
Thai Raksa Chart prioritizes technology to upgrade livelihoods and increase competitiveness, while asserting its independent ideology despite its origins.
The party plans to field numerous candidates, even competing with Pheu Thai in some areas, and is open to adopting successful previous policies.

Civic groups oppose plan to shift Thai PBS, three other bodies to state budget

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.