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Protesters to resume rally tomorrow in Bangkok to call for PM's resignation

14 Sept 02:00 Key points summarised by AI

Anti-government groups, including "Thai Mai Thon" and a "car mob," plan to resume protests in Bangkok, demanding Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha's resignation.
The "Thai Mai Thon" group vows to continue its campaign despite its leader, Jatuporn Prompan, being re-imprisoned for a remaining sentence.
Jatuporn's re-imprisonment, questioned by his group as an "unprecedented" miscalculation, stems from a 2017 defamation conviction.
Police have issued a warning to motorists, advising them to avoid key roads around the Democracy Monument area due to the planned rallies.

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.