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Tak Bai and Krue Se incidents to be raised in Thaksin’s libel trial against House Speaker

13 Sept 05:51 Key points summarised by AI

Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra's libel case against House Speaker Chuan Leekpai is proceeding to trial, set to revisit the controversial 2004 Krue Se and Tak Bai massacres.
Chuan Leekpai faces libel charges for blaming Thaksin's administration for mistakes in Thailand's southern provinces during a 2012 lecture.
The trial will highlight the Krue Se Mosque incident, where 32 people died during a security force raid, and the Tak Bai incident, where 78 protesters suffocated in transit.
These two bloody events, alongside Thaksin's 2003 anti-narcotic campaign, are considered significant factors contributing to the ongoing unrest in Thailand's Deep South.

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.