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Move Forward and Pheu Thai to discuss further to settle dispute over House speakership : Pita

13 Sept 21:19 Key points summarised by AI

Move Forward leader Pita Limjaroenrat confirmed that his party and Pheu Thai will hold further discussions to resolve the contentious dispute over the House speakership position.
The eight-party coalition, led by Pita, convened to strategize on future government policies and address initial disagreements, with Pheu Thai leader Cholnan Srikaew stating the speakership issue will not hinder government formation.
The speakership tussle involves Move Forward asserting its right to the position as the party with the most seats, while Pheu Thai argues against one party holding both the premiership and the speakership.
Seven working groups have been established to tackle critical issues such as electricity prices, drought, constitutional review, the economy, and illegal drugs, aligning with the coalition's signed MoU.
Pita expressed hope for swift ratification of election results by the Election Commission to promptly form a government and address key policy areas including daily wage increases, marijuana reclassification, and reducing doctors' working hours.

18 Oct 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.