Wattana seeks probe of alleged NACC misconduct in Uah Arthorn housing scandal

2 Oct 16:48 Key points summarised by AI

Former minister Wattana Muangsuk alleges the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) tampered with witness testimonies in the Uah Arthorn housing scandal, accusing them of adding unsigned pages and distorting evidence to frame him.
The Supreme Court has ordered public prosecutors to submit a rebuttal to Wattana's allegations against the NACC by July 18th, with Wattana expecting a fact-finding inquiry as he stands trial with 13 others for malfeasance in the 2005-2006 housing project.

Speculation growing over merger between Bhumjaithai and Kla Tham parties

Yesterday 16:46 Key points summarised by AI

A dinner between Bhumjaithai leader Anutin Charnvirakul and Kla Tham leader Capt. Thamanat Prompow ignited widespread speculation about a potential merger between their parties.
The meeting is viewed as a strategic message to coalition partner Pheu Thai, indicating Bhumjaithai's alternative options following Pheu Thai's chief whip's remarks about not fully defending all ministers in the upcoming no-confidence debate.
A direct merger between parties with sitting MPs is currently prohibited by Section 99 of the Constitution until the House's term expires, though MPs can switch parties through dismissal or party dissolution.
These constitutional rules aim to prevent financially strong parties from easily absorbing smaller ones, a practice that historically led to single-party dominance, as seen with Thai Rak Thai's 2005 election victory.