Thai PM’s term in office challenged by group of 99 academics and activists

14 Sept 18:29 Key points summarised by AI

A coalition of 99 academics and activists demands Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha's resignation by August 23rd, asserting his eight-year term, which began after the 2014 coup, concludes on that date.
Both academics and the Pheu Thai Party's legal expert anticipate the Constitutional Court will be asked to rule on the prime minister's term limit.
Deputy Prime Minister Wissanu Krea-ngam challenges opposition parties to refer the matter to the Constitutional Court, stating the government will not initiate the ruling but will respond if legally challenged.
Should the court rule that Prayut's term ends this month, his cabinet would serve as a caretaker government until parliament selects a new prime minister.

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.