PM confident returning Uyghurs will be safe and fairly treated by China

13 Sept 12:29 Key points summarised by AI

Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra expressed confidence in the safety and fair treatment of 40 Uyghurs repatriated to China.
She affirmed that the Uyghurs willingly chose to return, and the Thai government complied with human rights principles, noting no other country accepted them for resettlement.
China provided assurances that the returnees would not face prosecution and would be reunited with their families, with the PM citing images of their happy reunions.
The Prime Minister dismissed speculation of a secret trade deal, insisting Thailand would not repatriate individuals if they faced persecution or mistreatment.

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.