Chuan defends Move Forward MP Sirikanya

13 Sept 12:21 Key points summarised by AI

Former House speaker Chuan Leekpai defended Move Forward MP Sirikanya Tansakul against an accusation by Srisuwan Janya that she improperly took her parliamentary oath.
Chuan clarified that new MPs, like Sirikanya, might be confused and simply read the distributed oath text, which he considers acceptable even if they didn't follow the speaker's exact phrasing or insert their name.

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.