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Senate speaker says MPs have no right to examine senatorial selection process

Senate speaker says MPs have no right to examine senatorial selection process

13 Sept 13:33 Key points summarised by AI

Senate Speaker Pornpetch Wikchitcholchai rejected the opposition's demand for the House of Representatives to examine the 250-senator selection process, asserting the House has no right to do so.
Pornpetch suggested the opposition address their concerns, including the 1.3 billion baht expenditure and legitimacy questions, to the Constitutional Court or the Election Commission, deeming them the appropriate bodies for review.

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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