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Former senator questions govt’s hidden motives behind online gambling legalisation

14 Sept 02:56 Key points summarised by AI

Former Senator Wallop Tangkhananurak expresses strong doubts about the cabinet's decision to legalise online gambling, warning of potential negative repercussions for Thai society.
The decision, revealed by DES Minister Prasert Jantararuangtong, was notably absent from the Prime Minister's initial cabinet resolutions, prompting Wallop to suspect hidden motives and hurried government actions.
Wallop criticizes the move as a 'potential disaster' that could corrupt societal values, negatively impact the younger generation, and contradict HM King Rama IX’s Philosophy of Sufficiency Economy.
He accuses the government of being 'hungry for money' and highlights the DES Minister's hypocrisy for previously vowing to crack down on illegal gambling before agreeing to its legalisation.

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.