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Uttama under pressure to call general assembly of Palang Pracharat

2 Oct 10:43 Key points summarised by AI

Rebel MPs are intensely pressuring former Palang Pracharat leader Uttama Savanayana to convene a general assembly by June 19-21 for the election of a new executive committee, threatening to petition the Election Commission if he fails.
This action follows the automatic dissolution of the previous committee and is speculated to pave the way for General Prawit Wongsuwan's leadership, potentially also necessitating a cabinet reshuffle targeting the economic team.

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.