Amnesty panel to consider Thaksin’s petition next month
General Prem among 900,000 to cast early votes tomorrow
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General Prem among 900,000 to cast early votes tomorrow
23 Sept 04:30Key points summarised by AI
Privy Council president Prem Tinsulanonda will join 900,000 early voters in Bangkok, making a public appearance that dispels recent health speculations.
A large number of military troops will also cast early ballots, with commanders ordering personnel to maintain distance from polling booths to ensure transparency and prevent accusations of interference.
Amnesty panel to consider Thaksin’s petition next month
Yesterday 15:28Key points summarised by AI
The Peaceful Society Promotion Committee (PSPC) is set to review former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra's petition for a comprehensive amnesty next month.
Thaksin's petition aims to clear his name, expunge criminal records, and relieve him of all legal liabilities from past convictions, with the PSPC to determine the amnesty's precise scope.