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Paetongtarn blames Anutin, not casino bill, for drop in Chinese tourists

13 Sept 23:56 Key points summarised by AI

Paetongtarn Shinawatra refutes former Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul's claim that Chinese President Xi Jinping warned her against a casino bill, stating Xi's remarks were recommendations, not warnings.
She clarified to Xi that Thailand's proposal is an entertainment complex with a gambling component of no more than 10%, citing successful models like Singapore and Macau.
Paetongtarn accused Anutin of exaggerating Xi's comments and misrepresenting the diplomatic exchange as a stern warning.
She contends that the real reason for the decline in Chinese tourist numbers is safety concerns and crime, issues that fell under Anutin's purview as Interior Minister.
Xi expressed general disapproval of casinos but did not specify any countermeasures, only indicating that China would observe its citizens traveling to countries with such facilities.

Yesterday 21:04 Key points summarised by AI

Pheu Thai (PT) is open to forming a coalition government with the Move Forward (MF) party, on the condition that MF does not pursue the repeal of the lèse majesté law (Section 112).
PT's prime ministerial candidates, Paetongtarn Shinawatra and Srettha Thavisin, reiterated the party's stance against forming alliances with parties linked to military dictatorships.
While PT aims for a landslide victory, it acknowledges the Move Forward party's increasing support, particularly among young voters, which could necessitate a coalition.
Pheu Thai will not seek to scrap the lèse majesté law, viewing it as a sensitive issue, but may advocate for leniency for individuals charged under it.