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EC to announce election results of 475 constituencies sooner than 60 days

13 Sept 13:19 Key points summarised by AI

The Election Commission (EC) aims to announce election results for 475 constituencies (95% of ballots) sooner than the 60-day deadline to expedite the formation of a new government.
The EC is actively investigating over 280 allegations of electoral irregularities, implicating more than 20 winning candidates, and is compiling evidence regarding Move Forward leader Pita Limjaroenrat's alleged shareholding in iTV.

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.