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Thaksin says he will return to Thailand in July, despite potential consequences

25 Sept 02:04 Key points summarised by AI

Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra confirms his intention to return to Thailand in July, ending 17 years of exile, despite the risk of serving a 10-year prison term.
Thaksin cites a desire to care for his grandchildren as his main reason and dismisses any political ambitions, stating he is too old and that leadership belongs to the new generation.

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.