Opposition submits motion to censure PM, 10 other ministers

14 Sept 05:45 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's opposition submitted a motion to House Speaker Chuan Leekpai, seeking to censure Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha and ten cabinet ministers.
The Prime Minister faces accusations of mismanagement, constitutional violations, negligence, rampant corruption, and undermining parliamentary democracy.
Other implicated ministers are cited for allegations including dishonesty, nepotism, abetting irregularities, and exploitation for ill-gotten gains.
The opposition aims to garner sufficient votes to oust the prime minister through a subsequent no-confidence vote, tentatively scheduled for July 18th-22nd.

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.