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Portraits of Thai monarch on Ratchadamnoen Avenue vandalized after dispersal of ReDem protesters

13 Sept 07:41 Key points summarised by AI

Following the dispersal of a violent ReDem protest, Ratchadamnoen Avenue in Bangkok was left with damaged decorative plant pots and vandalized portraits of HM the King.
All royal portraits along Ratchadamnoen Klang Avenue were defaced with spray paint, and decorative artificial flowers were torn off, prompting city workers to begin clean-up and removal efforts.

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.