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Anutin moves to form new coalition despite House dissolution threat

16 Sept 08:22 Key points summarised by AI

Bhumjaithai leader Anutin Charnvirakul is actively forming a new minority coalition government, defying the acting Prime Minister's move to dissolve the House.
The new coalition, comprising 146 MPs from various parties and factions, has signed an agreement to dissolve the House within four months and hold a national referendum on constitutional amendments.
Acting Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai sought royal consent to dissolve the House, citing a "distorted democratic system" and the inherent instability of Anutin's proposed minority government.
The People's Party, with 143 MPs, will support Anutin's nomination for prime minister but will not join the coalition, opting to remain in opposition and contributing to the coalition's minority status.

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.