Business leaders call for national anti-corruption centre

10 Sept 21:03 Key points summarised by AI

Private sector leaders urged the government to establish a national anti-corruption centre, treating corruption as a top national agenda item.
They proposed forming a national anti-corruption committee with multi-sectoral representation to ensure unified efforts against corruption.
The initiative aims to enhance Thailand's international credibility in combating corruption, crucial for its potential accession to the OECD.

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

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.