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Most Thais want impartial House speaker who can work with all parties - NIDA Poll

23 Sept 04:19 Key points summarised by AI

A significant majority (72%) of Thais surveyed by NIDA prioritize a House speaker who is impartial and capable of collaborating with all political parties.
The poll highlights a strong preference for a speaker recognized by MPs (89%) and a veteran MP (63%), while largely dismissing the necessity of a law degree (92% deem it unnecessary).
Respondents overwhelmingly believe the speaker does not need to come from a government party (95%) or the party that won the most seats (65%).
A slight majority (52.44%) favors political parties settling the House speakership internally before a parliamentary vote, amidst the ongoing tussle between Move Forward and Pheu Thai.

Yesterday 11:10 Key points summarised by AI

CP Group explicitly denies involvement in CPRAM's decisions to research and apply for plant variety protection of four holy basil varieties, countering widespread media reports.
The group clarifies that CPRAM operates as an independent entity under CP ALL, a listed subsidiary, with its own management and decision-making authority, separate from CP Group's direct control.
CP Group refutes inaccurate media claims suggesting it secured protection over all holy basil varieties, which caused public alarm and damaged its reputation.
While supporting the development of new plant varieties to benefit farmers, CP Group emphasizes that such efforts must not infringe upon farmers' rights to cultivate and use native plant varieties.