Thaksin to walk free from prison on Sunday

13 Sept 21:01 Key points summarised by AI

Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra is set to be released on parole this Sunday, as confirmed by Justice Minister Tawee Sodsong.
Thaksin's release is part of a list of 930 prisoners granted parole, meeting criteria due to his age (74) and 'serious illness,' having spent the majority of his conviction in a hospital.

Public expects most Kla Tham MPs to back Cabinet in censure vote, NIDA Poll finds

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.