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Protesters end Sunday’s rally in Bangkok, but vow to return

13 Sept 13:21 Key points summarised by AI

Anti-government protesters clashed with crowd control police near Government House in Bangkok, who deployed water cannons, tear gas, and rubber bullets to disperse the rally.
Protest leaders announced an end to the Sunday rally due to injuries sustained by participants, but warned of future demonstrations on an unconfirmed date.
The 15 protest groups, led by the Free Youth movement, demanded Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-Cha's unconditional resignation, budget cuts for the military and palace, and access to mRNA vaccines.
Police blocked all access to Government House with barricades and conducted pre-rally searches of protest leaders' homes, finding only symbolic straw figures.

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.