Bt67m cigarette smuggling ring busted in Hat Yai

23 Sept 02:48 Key points summarised by AI

Authorities in Hat Yai seized over 2,000 crates of smuggled foreign cigarettes, valued at Bt67 million, arresting 14 suspects and impounding 11 vans used for storage.
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul announced the bust, emphasizing the network's significant threat to public health and the substantial loss of tax revenue, with ongoing efforts to identify the ringleader.

Public expects most Kla Tham MPs to back Cabinet in censure vote, NIDA Poll finds

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.