Protests greet PM in Chiang Mai, over 2,000 police provide protection

13 Sept 12:45 Key points summarised by AI

Over 2,000 police were deployed in Chiang Mai to protect Thai Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha, but failed to prevent protests against his visit.
Protesters gathered at the airport and convention center, displaying signs critical of Prayut's eight-year tenure, public debt, and calling for his resignation.
The Prime Minister's itinerary included inspecting the Mae Taman sluice gate project, a water diversion tunnel, where he received a warm welcome from local residents.
Prayut, who first assumed power in 2014 following a coup, is currently in his second administration, with the next general election anticipated in 2023.

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.