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Constitutional Court rules that PM Prayut’s 8-year term in office has not expired

13 Sept 23:38 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Constitutional Court ruled that Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha's 8-year term in office has not yet expired.
The court determined the term should be calculated from the promulgation of the 2017 Constitution on April 6, 2017.
As a result, PM Prayut will immediately resume his active duties after being suspended since August 23rd.
Opposition groups had warned of a potential political crisis and plan rallies in response to the court's decision.

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.