EC probe sought into deputy speaker’s ouster from Move Forward party

1 Oct 20:04 Key points summarised by AI

Former Bhumjaithai MP Supachai Jaismut has petitioned the Election Commission (EC) to investigate the Move Forward Party's (MFP) expulsion of Deputy House Speaker Padipat Suntiphada.
Supachai alleges the expulsion lacked transparency, questioning the absence of detailed disciplinary breaches, investigative procedures, or public evidence of the required three-quarters vote.
He suggests the expulsion was a 'political game' allowing MFP to claim the opposition leader post while Padipat remained deputy speaker under a new party, which he later joined.
Supachai claims these actions represent a conspiracy threatening democratic rule and is ultimately seeking the dissolution of the Move Forward Party.

Bai Lu meet-and-greet cancelled days after China’s safety warning

Yesterday 15:28 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Tourism and Sports Minister announced the government will seek clarification from the Chinese Embassy regarding its recent travel advisory warning Chinese nationals about safety concerns in Thailand.
The travel advisory is anticipated to negatively impact the number of Chinese tourists visiting Thailand, despite recent increases in arrivals.
A meet-and-greet event featuring Chinese actress Bai Lu, a WeTV Global Ambassador, was abruptly cancelled just days after the Chinese Embassy issued its safety warning, though no official reason was provided.
The Chinese Embassy's advisory urged citizens to beware of job scams, fraudulent investments, suspicious travel arrangements, and the risk of illegal detention or being lured to the Thai-Myanmar border.
Chinese nationals were advised to verify job offers, use legitimate transport, avoid high-risk border areas, protect personal documents, and keep family informed of travel plans.