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PPRP to vie for chair of House panel studying charter changes

14 Sept 02:16 Key points summarised by AI

The Palang Pracharat Party (PPRP) has nominated Mr. Suchart Tancharoen to chair the House ad hoc committee on constitutional amendments, setting him against former Democrat leader Abhisit Vejjajiva.
Abhisit is hesitant to join the committee if the PPRP, the main party in the coalition, opposes charter changes, which was a key precondition for the Democrat party joining the government.
Amending the Constitution presents significant challenges, notably requiring the endorsement of the Senate, which has remained silent on the issue.

18 Oct 12:30 Key points summarised by AI

A recent NIDA poll indicates that a plurality of the public (30.38%) anticipates Kla Tham Party MPs will vote to support all 18 cabinet ministers targeted in the upcoming no-confidence debate.
Respondents believe the Ministry of Interior (38.78%) and the Prime Minister’s Office (21.37%) will face the toughest questioning during the censure debate.
Economic issues, particularly alleged incompetence in addressing problems (34.27%) and the rising cost of living (25.88%), are cited as the primary concerns for the government during the censure.
The public holds high expectations for the Opposition's case, with 45.65% believing clear, concrete evidence will be presented against all 18 ministers, and 41.22% expecting substantial evidence against specific ministers.