New charter must protect democracy and prevent coups

13 Sept 10:54 Key points summarised by AI

Participants in a seminar at Thammasat University advocated for amending Thailand's constitution to explicitly safeguard democracy and render coups impossible, deeming them acts of treason.
Key proposals include making coup leaders face imprisonment, obligating courts and judges to protect democratic rule, and crafting a compact charter focused on fundamental rights and state-people relations.
Discussions also centered on the roles of the Senate and independent organizations, with some suggesting their removal and others advocating for clearer rules to ensure their function as checks and balances.

Public expects most Kla Tham MPs to back Cabinet in censure vote, NIDA Poll finds

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.