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Rajini School alumni urge management to rethink ban on political expression

13 Sept 05:59 Key points summarised by AI

Nearly 1,000 Rajini School alumni formally protested a new campus ban on student political expression, submitting an open letter to administrators urging them to reconsider the order.
Alumni refuted the school's claim of consistently prohibiting political activities, highlighting past instances where the school's name was used politically without objection.
Citing an Education Ministry directive for safe student expression, the alumni urged the school to uphold students' right to freely voice political views and ensure their protection.
They pressed the management to be more open-minded, allow political discourse, and verify any allegations of students offending the Monarchy before making assumptions.

Today 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.