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Photos of Anutin, Ekniti with key scam suspect trigger uproar

15 Sept 08:36 Key points summarised by AI

Photos of Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas with alleged major scam suspect Benjamin Mauerberger (Ben Smith) went viral, sparking public criticism and doubts about the government's sincerity in combating scam networks.
Both officials clarified their encounters, with Anutin stating his photo was from a casual 2014 meeting in Singapore and Ekniti recalling a brief exchange at a police function five years ago, denying any association or ongoing contact with Smith.

18 Oct 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.