Old Sondhi, new politics

23 Sept 03:45 Key points summarised by AI

Sondhi Limthongkul revives his protest strategy against the current government, mirroring his past anti-Thaksin campaigns.
The Thai political landscape has drastically shifted, presenting a highly fluid and fragmented environment unlike the clear divisions of two decades ago.
Sondhi faces significant challenges, including the People's Party's firm refusal to support street protests and a likely lack of backing from many conservative factions.
An unexpected alliance with former Red Shirt leader Jatuporn Prompan surfaces, potentially adding an unpredictable dimension to his campaign amidst a complex and ideologically mixed political arena.

Application for ‘Nene Royal’ trademark withdrawn

Yesterday 18:24 Key points summarised by AI

A third-party application for "NENE" and "NENE ROYAL" trademarks was officially withdrawn, resolving a high-profile dispute over the Thai pop artist's name.
Black Lotus Global LLC, managing Nene Royal's rights, has legitimate trademark applications for various categories under fast-track processing, with final approval anticipated by February 2027.
The Department of Intellectual Property (DIP) monitors international trademark filings to protect Thai creators and advises early registration to prevent unauthorized third-party claims, noting a "NENE" trademark already registered in South Korea.