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Thai Foreign Minister criticized in parliament for Baghdad drone attack remark

13 Sept 14:05 Key points summarised by AI

Foreign Minister Don Pramudwinai faced parliamentary criticism for falsely claiming Thailand received advance notice of the US drone attack in Baghdad.
Opposition MPs expressed concerns that the minister's actions could draw Thailand into the US-Iran conflict, calling for his dismissal and significant budget cuts for the Foreign Ministry.
The controversy arose during a House debate on the 2020 fiscal year budget, where various MPs proposed trimming the Foreign Ministry's allocation, citing the minister's blunder and other spending priorities.

Today 17:04 Key points summarised by AI

Civic groups, including those representing labourers and older people, submitted a protest letter demanding the Bhumjaithai Party withdraw bills to shift funding for four organizations (Thai PBS, Older Persons Fund, Thai Health Promotion Foundation, Sports Authority of Thailand) from earmarked taxes to the central government budget.
Leaders argue these organizations were established for public interest, supporting public service media, elder care, public health, and sports development, and any amendments should consider all stakeholders' views.
Over 70% of parliamentary poll respondents opposed the proposed changes, prompting civic leaders to call on the ruling party to respect the people's will and withdraw the bills.
A network of slum dwellers also opposes the funding changes, threatening a rally if the government fails to address their demands.