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Pirapan Salirathavibhaga: The minister ‘self-immolating’ to save Paetongtarn’s govt

24 Sept 09:37 Key points summarised by AI

United Thai Nation (UTN) leader Pirapan Salirathavibhaga faces intense backlash for keeping his party in Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra’s government despite a major border dispute scandal.
The controversy erupted from a leaked phone call where PM Paetongtarn appeared submissive to Cambodia’s Hun Sen while criticizing a Thai military commander, sparking accusations of unpatriotic conduct.
Despite widespread dismay among conservative UTN supporters and internal party divisions, Pirapan's faction defends their cooperation by claiming he is sacrificing his reputation to secure benefits like cheaper energy for Thai consumers.
Pirapan's decades-long political career, from a judge to a prominent MP and justice minister, is now defined by his pivotal and controversial decision to remain within the embattled ruling coalition.

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.