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Illegally held Sor Por Kor land plots will be taken back and re-allocated to the landless poor

14 Sept 23:53 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Deputy Agriculture Minister vows to seize all Sor Por Kor land plots currently held illegally by non-farmers or misused, establishing a committee to oversee the confiscation process.
The reclaimed land will be redistributed to the 800,000 landless poor awaiting allocation, primarily for agricultural purposes or community tourism, reinforcing the program's strict no-sale/transfer policy to non-farmers.

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.