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Palang Pracharat prepares defence for 27 MPs accused of owning media shares

2 Oct 05:48 Key points summarised by AI

Palang Pracharat party mobilizes a defense for 27 of its MPs facing accusations from the Future Forward party in the Constitutional Court over alleged media share ownership during their election candidacy registration.
This legal challenge, submitted by the House speaker, targets 41 MPs from various parties and is widely seen as a retaliatory move after Future Forward's leader was suspended for similar media share allegations.

Yesterday 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.