Ex-PM Yingluck complains of unfair treatment under Section 44

13 Sept 19:27 Key points summarised by AI

Former Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra accuses PM Prayut Chan-o-cha of unfair treatment, alleging her assets, including inherited property, are being auctioned off by the Legal Execution Department despite her case pending in the Administrative Court.
Yingluck claims Section 44, an executive order, illegally protects these actions, overriding judicial processes and violating her fundamental rights, demanding the auction be suspended until a court ruling.

Speculation growing over merger between Bhumjaithai and Kla Tham parties

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.