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Ex-PM Thaksin wins 17 billion baht Revenue Department tax case

13 Sept 13:38 Key points summarised by AI

Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra won a 17 billion baht tax case, as the Central Tax Court ruled the Revenue Department's demand for his children to pay back taxes was unlawful.
The court determined Thaksin's children were merely proxies, asserting the tax appraisal summons should have been served directly to Thaksin within the legal time limit.
The ruling also stated Thaksin was not considered an earner of taxable income under the law for this transaction, invalidating the 17 billion baht tax assessment.
The Revenue Department plans to consult public prosecutors regarding a potential appeal against the court's decision within 30 days, maintaining its actions were lawful.

18 Oct 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.