Convict Thaksin granted royal commutation

23 Sept 02:17 Key points summarised by AI

HM the King granted a royal commutation, reducing former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra's prison term from eight years to one.
The commutation was announced in the Royal Gazette on August 31st, nine days after Thaksin's return to Thailand, and was countersigned by outgoing Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha.
Reasons for the clemency include Thaksin's loyalty to the Monarchy, his past contributions as prime minister, his acknowledgment of wrongdoing, and his elderly age with medical conditions.

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.