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Move Forward may get more time for defence in charter court

13 Sept 14:39 Key points summarised by AI

The Constitutional Court is likely to grant the opposition Move Forward party an extension to submit additional defense evidence against a petition for its dissolution.
The Election Commission seeks to dissolve the party and ban its executive committee members for ten years, alleging attempts to overthrow the Constitutional Monarchy by advocating for amendments to the lèse-majesté law.

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.