Pheu Thai party sacks two dissident MPs

Pheu Thai party sacks two dissident MPs

13 Sept 08:05 Key points summarised by AI

The Pheu Thai party dismissed two MPs, Sarunvuth Sarunkate and Pornpimon Thammasarn, for defying the party whip by voting against Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha in a no-confidence motion.
The party's executive committee and MPs overwhelmingly approved their dismissal based on the ethical discipline committee's findings.
Sarunvuth was found guilty of damaging and defaming the party, while Pornpimon was faulted for favoring other parties and breaching the party's manifesto.
The dismissed MPs lost their right to appeal and must join a new party within 30 days to retain their parliamentary status, with potential new party affiliations already reported.

Speculation growing over merger between Bhumjaithai and Kla Tham parties

Speculation growing over merger between Bhumjaithai and Kla Tham parties

Yesterday 16:46 Key points summarised by AI

A dinner between Bhumjaithai and Kla Tham party leaders sparked rumors of a potential merger, though Bhumjaithai's leader, Anutin, downplayed it as a casual meal.
The meeting is widely interpreted as a strategic message from Bhumjaithai to the Pheu Thai party, signaling alternative support ahead of an upcoming no-confidence debate.
Thailand's Constitution (Section 99) currently prohibits direct mergers of parties with sitting MPs during the House's term, a rule designed to prevent the 'buying and selling' of MPs.
While direct mergers are restricted, MPs can still switch parties if dismissed by a three-fourths party vote or if their party dissolves, allowing for indirect political realignments.
Kla Tham's voting behavior in the censure debate will demonstrate its loyalty to the government, potentially influencing future political dynamics despite current merger restrictions.

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