Thai Raksa Chart party to go all out for election campaigning

13 Sept 10:49 Key points summarised by AI

Thai Raksa Chart party announces it will resume full-scale election campaigning, despite facing a pending dissolution case in the Constitutional Court.
Chief campaigner Natthawut Saikua clarified that electioneering is the campaign team's responsibility, separate from the party's executive committee handling the legal challenges.
The party plans to kick off campaign rallies immediately and continue until March 23, aiming to communicate its policies directly to the public.
This decision marks a reversal from an earlier suspension of activities following the controversial nomination of Princess Ubolratana, which led to the Election Commission's request for the party's dissolution.

Speculation growing over merger between Bhumjaithai and Kla Tham parties

Today 16:46 Key points summarised by AI

A dinner between Bhumjaithai and Kla Tham party leaders sparked rumors of a potential merger, though Bhumjaithai's leader, Anutin, downplayed it as a casual meal.
The meeting is widely interpreted as a strategic message from Bhumjaithai to the Pheu Thai party, signaling alternative support ahead of an upcoming no-confidence debate.
Thailand's Constitution (Section 99) currently prohibits direct mergers of parties with sitting MPs during the House's term, a rule designed to prevent the 'buying and selling' of MPs.
While direct mergers are restricted, MPs can still switch parties if dismissed by a three-fourths party vote or if their party dissolves, allowing for indirect political realignments.
Kla Tham's voting behavior in the censure debate will demonstrate its loyalty to the government, potentially influencing future political dynamics despite current merger restrictions.