House poll shows opposition to proposed funding changes for four organisations

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A House of Representatives poll revealed significant public opposition to proposed changes in funding sources for four key organizations: Thai PBS, ThaiHealth, the Sports Authority of Thailand (SAT), and the Elderly People Act.
The Bhumjaithai Party's bills aim to shift these organizations' funding from legally earmarked 'sin taxes' to the annual government budget.
Across all four entities, a clear majority of respondents consistently opposed the proposed amendments, with opposition rates ranging from approximately 68% for Thai PBS and SAT to nearly 90% for ThaiHealth.

Protest held against IMF-WB meetings in Bangkok

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Protesters in Bangkok are opposing the ongoing World Bank Group and IMF meetings, expressing concerns that the events could increase public debt, negatively impact local communities through foreign capital, and promote 'green colonialism'.
Led by 'The People’s Network Against the World Bank-IMF', the demonstration moved towards the meeting venue despite a police ban on gatherings near official sites, with reports of slight tensions as the protest halted approximately one kilometer away.