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'Talufah' protesters visit Swiss, US and Chinese embassies on Friday

14 Sept 14:01 Key points summarised by AI

Anti-government "Talufah" protesters conducted a "car mob" demonstration in Bangkok, visiting the Swiss, US, and Chinese embassies to express various grievances.
At the Swiss Embassy, protesters accused Thai police of over-acting and violating their rights to free expression, citing the Geneva Convention.
The US Embassy visit aimed to highlight alleged non-transparent distribution of US-donated Pfizer vaccines, claiming VIPs received doses over frontline medical personnel.
Protesters informed the Chinese Embassy of the perceived ineffectiveness of Chinese-made Sinovac vaccines against the Delta variant of COVID-19.
The demonstrations collectively criticized Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha's government for its failures in managing the COVID-19 pandemic and the nation's economy.

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.