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Tharit Pengdit: Judgment looms for ex-top cop caught in Thailand’s red-yellow divide

23 Sept 05:29 Key points summarised by AI

Former DSI chief Tharit Pengdit faces an arrest warrant from the Supreme Court for repeatedly failing to attend a verdict reading in a criminal case, citing health reasons which the court deemed a delaying tactic.
The ongoing case was filed by former Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva and deputy premier Suthep Thaugsuban, accusing Tharit of abuse of power for pressing murder charges against them over the 2010 red-shirt protests.
Tharit, often labeled a 'chameleon' for shifting political allegiances, served under both Abhisit's and Yingluck's governments, prosecuting different political factions depending on who was in power.
Beyond this specific case, Tharit has faced numerous criminal charges, including malfeasance and defamation, leading to asset confiscation, dismissal from civil service, and previous convictions stripping him of royal decorations.

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.