Sacked Move Forward MP claims he is a victim of internal party politics

1 Oct 07:55 Key points summarised by AI

Sacked Move Forward MP Wuttiphong Thonglour asserts his expulsion for sexual harassment is a political setup designed to silence his corruption allegations against an unnamed party executive.
Thonglour claims his complaint about the executive's conduct, lodged four months prior, was ignored, suggesting a cover-up.
He highlights a perceived double standard, noting another MP, Chaiyamparwaan Manpianjit, accused of similar misconduct, was permitted to stay after an apology, contrasting with the party's stance on his own case.

Speculation growing over merger between Bhumjaithai and Kla Tham parties

Yesterday 16:46 Key points summarised by AI

A dinner between Bhumjaithai leader Anutin Charnvirakul and Kla Tham leader Capt. Thamanat Prompow ignited widespread speculation about a potential merger between their parties.
The meeting is viewed as a strategic message to coalition partner Pheu Thai, indicating Bhumjaithai's alternative options following Pheu Thai's chief whip's remarks about not fully defending all ministers in the upcoming no-confidence debate.
A direct merger between parties with sitting MPs is currently prohibited by Section 99 of the Constitution until the House's term expires, though MPs can switch parties through dismissal or party dissolution.
These constitutional rules aim to prevent financially strong parties from easily absorbing smaller ones, a practice that historically led to single-party dominance, as seen with Thai Rak Thai's 2005 election victory.