Deputy Education Minister found at fault for encroachment in national park

13 Sept 18:16 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) found Deputy Education Minister Kanokwan Vilawan and nine others, including her father, at fault for land encroachment in Khao Yai National Park.
The minister and her father are accused of illegally obtaining land title deeds in 2002 for plots within the national park, with evidence contradicting their claims of buying already developed land.
The NACC has forwarded the case for criminal charges and will seek the minister's suspension for ethical misconduct; she faces potential arrest for failing to report to prosecutors.

Public expects most Kla Tham MPs to back Cabinet in censure vote, NIDA Poll finds

Yesterday 12:30 Key points summarised by AI

A recent NIDA poll indicates that a plurality of the public (30.38%) anticipates Kla Tham Party MPs will vote to support all 18 cabinet ministers targeted in the upcoming no-confidence debate.
Respondents believe the Ministry of Interior (38.78%) and the Prime Minister’s Office (21.37%) will face the toughest questioning during the censure debate.
Economic issues, particularly alleged incompetence in addressing problems (34.27%) and the rising cost of living (25.88%), are cited as the primary concerns for the government during the censure.
The public holds high expectations for the Opposition's case, with 45.65% believing clear, concrete evidence will be presented against all 18 ministers, and 41.22% expecting substantial evidence against specific ministers.