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EC declines to meet DSI to discuss collusion in Senate election

14 Sept 02:03 Key points summarised by AI

The Election Commission (EC) refused to meet the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) to discuss alleged voting collusion in last June’s senatorial election, opting to send a letter of clarification instead.
The EC asserts its authority to investigate the alleged collusion and will request the DSI transfer the case to them, while the DSI plans to file criminal charges against involved senators and faces retaliatory impeachment moves from the Senate.

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.