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PM Paetongtarn rebuffs tax dodging allegations, insists transparency

14 Sept 07:09 Key points summarised by AI

Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra denied opposition claims of tax dodging related to 4.44 billion baht in shares transferred by family members in 2016.
She stated she had not yet paid for the shares, thus was not required to declare them as assets, but would do so upon payment, emphasizing transparency and NACC compliance.
Paetongtarn also refuted allegations of illegal land procurement in Pathum Thani, asserting her family acquired the land legally with title deeds issued by the Land Department.

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.