Executive Decree on torture and enforced disappearance faces challenge in parliament

13 Sept 10:34 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's opposition Move Forward Party will vote against an Executive Decree that delays the enforcement of key provisions (Articles 22-25) of the Act for the Prevention and Suppression of Enforced Disappearance until October 1st.
The government justifies the delay by claiming officials lack readiness and necessary equipment, but the opposition deems this unacceptable, citing a four-month preparation period already provided.
The opposition asserts that the delay benefits Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha, not the public, and also opposes referring the decree's constitutionality to the Constitutional Court.
The House is scheduled to debate the decree, and a vote against it will result in its rejection, despite divided opinions among government and opposition parties.

Pattaya scraps blue taxi jackets after public backlash

Yesterday 15:24 Key points summarised by AI

Pattaya authorities reversed their plan to replace motorcycle taxi riders' orange jackets with dark blue ones following widespread public criticism.
The Chon Buri Governor officially revoked the controversial order, citing public backlash, safety concerns, and the unnecessary financial burden on riders, mandating a return to the standard orange jackets.