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NACC probe sought into DES Minister and others over ‘TH-AI Passport’ project

11 Sept 11:31 Key points summarised by AI

Opposition MP Rukchanok Srinork initiated a National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) probe against Digital Economy and Society (DES) Minister Chaichanok Chidchob and four others concerning the 1.6 billion baht ‘TH-AI Passport’ project.
The complaint alleges dereliction of duty, accusing the Minister of failing to stop the project and claiming the Terms of Reference (TOR) were 'tailor-made' with restrictive conditions, limiting competition for bidders.
Rukchanok highlighted a vast discrepancy between the 1.6 billion baht budget and an estimated 2.4 million baht cost for the reported 100,000 active users, demanding the project be scrapped, the TOR redrafted, and a new bidding process initiated.

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.