US Secretary of State wishes Thais a happy Songkran amid diplomatic unease

13 Sept 11:28 Key points summarised by AI

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio extended Songkran greetings to Thailand, emphasizing the close relationship and the desire for future collaboration.
Rubio's message comes amidst escalating diplomatic tensions, highlighted by US concerns over Thailand's arrest of an American lecturer under its lèse majesté laws.
Further straining relations, the US has imposed a travel ban on Thai officials involved in the deportation of 40 Uyghurs to China.
A Thai Industry Ministry spokesperson responded by thanking Rubio, affirming Thailand's commitment to mutual respect, and defending the country's lèse majesté law.

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.