Thailand's Constitutional Court Poised to Rule on Politically Charged Cases Impacting Prime Minister and Opposition Party

Thailand's Constitutional Court is set to deliver verdicts on two pivotal cases involving Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin and the opposition party Move Forward. The cases are crucial due to the persistent political divide in Thailand, often marked by a struggle between the conservative-royalist establishment and parties with mass appeal.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 07-08-2024 03:30 IST | Created: 07-08-2024 03:30 IST
Thailand's Constitutional Court Poised to Rule on Politically Charged Cases Impacting Prime Minister and Opposition Party
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Thailand's Constitutional Court is gearing up to rule on two significant cases that could drastically alter the country's political landscape. Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin and the opposition party Move Forward are at the crux of these legal battles.

The court will determine on Wednesday whether Move Forward should be disbanded over its campaign to reform a law on royal insults. The party denies any wrongdoing but had to drop its campaign under court orders. If dissolved, Move Forward's top executives could face political bans.

Additionally, Prime Minister Srettha's position is under threat due to allegations of constitutional violations related to the appointment of a former lawyer with a controversial past. Should he be dismissed, it could trigger a fresh government formation, further complicating Thailand's already tumultuous political scenario.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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