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Thammasat U will ban Saturday’s protest on its campus if guidelines not followed

13 Sept 10:49 Key points summarised by AI

Thammasat University declared it would ban the Thammasat Alliance Group's planned September 19th protest on its Tha Prachan campus unless organizers formally agree to comply with the Rector's guidelines.
Protest leaders announced intentions to discuss the Thai Monarchy and a 10-point reform manifesto, planning to move the rally to Sanam Luang if crowded and march to Government House on September 20th.
The university's guidelines mandate that the protest must conform to the law and that the content of issues raised must be agreed upon by the university administration, police, and the event organizing committee.
Defiantly, student leader Parit Chivarak stated the group would proceed with the protest on campus, asserting that Thammasat University belongs to the people and not to a select few.

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.