Protesters disperse from Bangkok’s Lan Khon Mueang Town Square

14 Sept 03:27 Key points summarised by AI

Protesters dispersed from Lan Khon Mueang Town Square after police blocked their attempt to march to the APEC meeting at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre.
Twenty-five protesters were arrested and are in custody, facing multiple charges including illegal assembly, assaulting police, and damaging state property, following clashes near the town square.
Both protesters and police officers sustained minor injuries, with protesters accusing police of using rubber bullets and tear gas, while police maintained they acted in self-defense against attacks.

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.