Future Forward unveils policies designed to change Thailand

13 Sept 05:36 Key points summarised by AI

Proposes extensive reforms including decentralizing the bureaucracy and fostering social equality through state welfare, free education, and robust support for families and retirees.
Aims to dismantle economic monopolies, promoting fair competition and providing financial access for small businesses.
Advocates for significant military reform, reducing its size and number of generals, ending compulsory conscription, and ensuring its detachment from politics with transparent procurements.
Commits to amending the undemocratic Constitution, revising the computer crime law, and abolishing the restrictive 20-year national strategy to empower future governments.

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.