Why section 272 is becoming a new focus

14 Sept 02:48 Key points summarised by AI

The Move Forward Party (MFP) now prioritizes amending Section 272 of the constitution to exclude senators from prime minister voting, following their leader Pita Limjaroenrat's failed bid for premiership.
Section 272 grants 250 senators the power to vote for the prime minister alongside 500 House Representatives, a provision MFP aims to abolish to resolve the current political deadlock.
MFP expresses confidence in garnering sufficient support from both MPs and senators for the amendment, referencing past instances where senators voted for its removal.
Former Prime Minister Anand Panyarachun also identifies Section 272 as a core source of political conflict, advocating for its removal from any future constitution.

Application for ‘Nene Royal’ trademark withdrawn

Today 18:24 Key points summarised by AI

A third-party application for "NENE" and "NENE ROYAL" trademarks was officially withdrawn, resolving a high-profile dispute over the Thai pop artist's name.
Black Lotus Global LLC, managing Nene Royal's rights, has legitimate trademark applications for various categories under fast-track processing, with final approval anticipated by February 2027.
The Department of Intellectual Property (DIP) monitors international trademark filings to protect Thai creators and advises early registration to prevent unauthorized third-party claims, noting a "NENE" trademark already registered in South Korea.