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Thanathorn denies defaming Thai monarchy during livestream on vaccine acquisition

13 Sept 12:54 Key points summarised by AI

Thanathorn Juangroongruangkit, leader of the Progressive Movement, faces lèse majesté and Computer Crime Act charges for questioning Thailand's COVID-19 vaccine acquisition transparency during a Facebook livestream.
He denies defaming the monarchy, insisting his comments were made with good intentions to highlight and improve the government's vaccine policy and distribution, while also advocating for amendment of the lèse majesté law.

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.