Behind the backdrop of a sluggish economy, Thailand is entering a new phase of political uncertainty that threatens to drive the government into turmoil and plunge the ailing economy into deeper trouble.
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has told the Metropolitan Police Bureau (MPB) to investigate a remark made in a Line group chat by a Phasi Charoen police superintendent against his superior, who allegedly ordered him to let a gambling ring set up slot machines in his jurisdiction.
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has submitted his defence to the Constitutional Court in a case involving the controversial appointment of politician Pichit Chuenban as a PM