AI In-Brief

Thailand News in Brief

Thai PBS World

Thailand and the world, every day

AI can make mistakes. Please double-check.

10 Pheu Thai ex-MPs join Thai Raksachart in a "friendly" mass defection

13 Sept 15:20 Key points summarised by AI

Former Pheu Thai core member Chaturon Chaisang led approximately ten ex-MPs in a "friendly" mass defection to the offshoot Thai Raksachart party.
Chaturon clarified the move was not due to internal conflict but a strategic effort to prevent the current "dictatorship" from perpetuating power and counter potential long-term NCPO rule.
Other defectors, including red-shirt core leader Natthawut Saikua, cited Thai Raksachart's modern ideas and visionary members as key reasons for joining.
Thai Raksachart is positioned as a "melting pot" for politically interested individuals with new visions, aiming to develop the country with fresh perspectives.

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.