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EC brings pro- and anti-charter parties together ahead of referendum

13 Sept 05:50 Key points summarised by AI

The Election Commission (EC) will host a Zoom conference for pro- and anti-charter parties to select five representatives from each group.
These representatives will publicly present their views on the Constitution at the Centara Life Hotel on January 27.
A referendum on February 8 will ask voters to decide whether to retain or replace the current charter, with 35 parties expressing interest.
The presentation aims to educate the public, enabling eligible voters to make an informed decision on the complex charter question.

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.