AI In-brief 15 Sept 16:56

Bhumjaithai, People’s Party come to end of the road?

Bhumjaithai and the People's Party, once briefly allied, have severed ties, making future collaboration for forming a government highly unlikely.
Prime Minister Anutin (Bhumjaithai) firmly rejects any coalition with the People's Party if they persist in their efforts to amend Thailand's lese majeste law (Article 112).
People's Party leader Natthaphong retaliated, declaring an electoral "collision course" with Bhumjaithai, reaffirming his party's commitment to amending Article 112, and aiming to lead the next government.
This intense animosity marks a drastic departure from their brief political collaboration just three months prior, which dissolved over disagreements and ultimately led to the House dissolution.

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Thailand’s Election Commission faces two major legal challenges

A new Appeal Court ruling empowers the public to directly sue Election Commission (EC) members for corruption, overturning a prior decision that required going through anti-corruption bodies.
This ruling provides a direct legal avenue for public skepticism regarding the Senate election's legitimacy and underscores accountability for independent organizations.
The EC also faces a challenge for its decision to petition the Constitutional Court, questioning the Supreme Court's jurisdiction over senator qualifications.
Legal experts contend that the EC cannot challenge the Supreme Court's authority, citing the constitutional principle of judicial independence.

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