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Five opposition MPs vote for General Prawit after censure debate

14 Sept 02:33 Key points summarised by AI

Five opposition MPs, comprising three from Seri Ruam Thai and two from Pheu Thai, unexpectedly voted in favor of Deputy Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwan during a censure debate.
General Prawit received 277 approval votes, surpassing Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha and other ministers, with government chief whip Wirat Rattanaseth expressing surprise at the opposition support.
Deputy Agriculture Minister Thammanat Prompao secured the fewest votes (269), as some Democrat MPs reluctantly supported him following discussions about his educational background and reported drug-related conviction.

Yesterday 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.