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Nattawut Saikuar: Ex-red shirt resurfaces as PM adviser amid growing political tensions

AI In-brief 18 Sept 16:11

Nattawut Saikuar: Ex-red shirt resurfaces as PM adviser amid growing political tensions

Former red-shirt leader Nattawut Saikuar, who previously quit the Pheu Thai Party in protest, has been appointed as a prime ministerial adviser to PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra.
His unexpected return is widely believed to be a strategic move to help the government address escalating political tensions and the growing threat of street protests.
The appointment comes as prominent figures, including former red-shirt ally Jatuporn Prompan, issue ultimatums to the Pheu Thai administration, highlighting a complex political landscape.
Nattawut stated he accepted the role out of concern for the PM's stability, while government officials anticipate his expertise in negotiating with protest leaders to de-escalate conflicts.

฿815m in public donations has been transferred to ‘Do Good Foundation’, over ฿500m allegedly misused

AI In-brief Yesterday 18:40

฿815m in public donations has been transferred to ‘Do Good Foundation’, over ฿500m allegedly misused

Public donations totaling ฿815 million to the 'Do Good Foundation' were largely diverted, with ฿527 million allegedly misused for personal gain.
Investigations reveal funds were transferred from foundation accounts to private accounts of Panadda Wongphudee and her husband, Atip, used for luxury items, investments, and property like a Phuket pool villa.
Police traced contractor payments for the pool villa, finding ฿99 million transferred back to the suspects' accounts, while the foundation also failed to submit legally required annual financial statements.
Panadda and Atip, who leveraged their public image to solicit donations, deny all charges; Atip's bail was rejected, and Panadda agreed to be held on remand.

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