Court deadline looms as Paetongtarn’s team considers defence delay

13 Sept 23:47 Key points summarised by AI

Suspended Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra's legal team is considering seeking an extension for her defence filing deadline, mandated by the Constitutional Court.
The defence addresses an accusation of gross ethical misconduct during a conversation with Cambodia's Hun Sen, with veteran legal expert Wissanu Krea-ngam reportedly reviewing the draft.

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.