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Pheu Thai explains why the Democrats were not invited for talks

13 Sept 06:54 Key points summarised by AI

Pheu Thai excluded Democrats from government formation talks due to their interim leadership status, preventing timely participation in prime minister selection.
Pheu Thai engaged in separate discussions with Chartthaipattana and Palang Pracharath parties regarding forming the next government.
A planned press briefing by Pheu Thai and Palang Pracharath leaders was abruptly cancelled following an incident where a protestor threw white powder.
Move Forward Party supporters protested Pheu Thai's alliance talks with Palang Pracharath, recalling Pheu Thai's pre-election promise to shun parties linked to a "dictatorial regime."
Veteran Pheu Thai MP Chaturon Chaisang publicly criticized the party's decision to invite these parties, asserting public desire for a democratic government unassociated with dictatorship.

18 Oct 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.