Future Forward party claims being offered up to 120m baht for each vote for PM

Future Forward party claims being offered up to 120m baht for each vote for PM

13 Sept 12:17 Key points summarised by AI

The Future Forward (FF) party alleges its Members of Parliament (MPs) were offered between 30 million and 120 million baht each to vote for current Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha.
Several FF MPs, including Anawil Rattanasathaporn and Taophipob Limchitrakorn, publicly confirmed receiving and rejecting these substantial bribe offers ahead of the prime ministerial vote.
Party spokeswoman Pannikar Wanich revealed some MPs faced death threats for refusing the bribes and issued a warning that any FF MP voting for General Prayut would be expelled from the party.

Speculation growing over merger between Bhumjaithai and Kla Tham parties

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.

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