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Move Forward confident that Pita will be cleared in iTV shareholding case

13 Sept 20:23 Key points summarised by AI

The Move Forward Party (MFP) expresses strong confidence that former leader Pita Limjaroenrat will be cleared by the Constitutional Court in his iTV shareholding case, expecting his return to parliamentary duties.
MFP argues that iTV is not a functioning media company, citing its license cancellation in 2007, lack of current media operations, and absence of income from media business.
Pita's shareholding in iTV was minimal (0.00348%) and held as an executor of his father's will, demonstrating no controlling interest in the company.
The Constitutional Court is scheduled to deliver its crucial ruling this Wednesday, which will determine Pita's political status after his suspension from MP duties since July 19th.

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.