Public expects most Kla Tham MPs to back Cabinet in censure vote, NIDA Poll finds
Rally at Supreme Court to demand release of two hunger-striking activists
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Rally at Supreme Court to demand release of two hunger-striking activists
13 Sept 13:42Key points summarised by AI
Pro-democracy activists rallied at the Thai Supreme Court, demanding the release of Netiporn Sanesangkhom and Nutthanit Duangmusit.
The two anti-establishment activists have been on hunger strike since June 2nd, protesting their pre-trial detention on lèse majesté charges.
Activists submitted a letter with nearly 14,000 signatures, highlighting the hunger strikers' deteriorating health and the widespread use of lèse majesté charges in Thailand.
Public expects most Kla Tham MPs to back Cabinet in censure vote, NIDA Poll finds
Yesterday 12:30Key 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.