PM’s Office Minister Phichit resigns

14 Sept 18:35 Key points summarised by AI

PM’s Office Minister Phichit Chuenban resigned following accusations that his past bribery conviction disqualified him from holding a ministerial post.
His resignation pre-empts a Constitutional Court decision on a petition from 40 senators challenging his appointment and Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin's status.
Despite initially vowing not to quit, Phichit stated his resignation was to end a “vicious circle” aimed at unseating the prime minister.
Phichit continues to dispute the interpretation of the Supreme Court’s verdict in the decade-old “snack box” scandal, maintaining his innocence.

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

Yesterday 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.