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Report Court Crushes Petitions: GT200 Fiasco and Prayut's Cabinet Call
Court Crushes Petitions: GT200 Fiasco and Prayut's Cabinet Call GT200. File photo for reference only In a decisive move, Thailand's Constitutional Court has shut down two pivotal petitions. They tackled the infamous GT200 bomb detector mess and scrutinised the former PM, General Prayut, for his choice of Cabinet member. Judgement day saw both cases dismissed without a hint of courtroom drama. GT200 Case Lacks a Bang The first petition, put forward by Colonel Kriangkrai Ladpala, aimed to revisit an earlier verdict concerning the GT200 bomb detectors. These devices were found to be as effective as a twig, sparking legal action against the military officials who bought them. Kriangkrai argued that those officers, allegedly bamboozled by the supplier, shouldn't be left holding the legal bag. Despite this fresh plea, the court remained firm on its previous ruling. With no new evidence to offer, Kriangkrai’s second attempt found itself on the courtroom floor. The court maintained that the legal spotlight shouldn't shift from those who gave the green light for purchase without due diligence. Prayut’s Appointment: A Legal Swing and a Miss The second petition came from the political activist Pirapong Supkitthanakul, who attempted to challenge General Prayut's premiership due to his selection of Thamanat Prompow for a Cabinet position. Thamanat's past criminal conviction for drug trafficking in Australia made waves, and Pirapong leaned on Article 170(4) of the Constitution, claiming this tainted appointment reflected poorly on Prayut's standards. Nonetheless, legal savvy prevailed as the court sidestepped Pirapong’s motion, declaring he lacked the legal muscle to make a complaint under Article 82. The ruling concluded the petition was off-piste and tossed it aside. Judicial Dismissal: No Change in Status Quo In summation, both cases hit a legal dead end with the Constitutional Court's firm rejection. While the GT200 fiasco continues to haunt military purchase history, Prayut's political choices remain unwavered by legal challenges. The judgements uphold a status quo amidst ongoing debates on accountability and ethical governance in Thailand. Adapted by ASEAN Now from The Nation 2025-06-06 -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Friday 6 June 2025
Former Senators Unite for Medical Council in Thaksin Hospital Saga Picture courtesy of Thai PBS World A coalition of 74 former senators has thrown their weight behind the Medical Council as it stands firm on disciplining three doctors linked to Thaksin Shinawatra’s extended hospital stay. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1362830-former-senators-unite-for-medical-council-in-thaksin-hospital-saga/ -
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Report Former Senators Unite for Medical Council in Thaksin Hospital Saga
Picture courtesy of Thai PBS World A coalition of 74 former senators has thrown their weight behind the Medical Council as it stands firm on disciplining three doctors linked to Thaksin Shinawatra’s extended hospital stay. The ex-prime minister avoided serving even a day in prison during his six-month stay on the 14th floor of the Police General Hospital, stirring public scrutiny. Thailand's Public Health Minister Somsak Thepsuthin, holding a special position within the Medical Council, overturned the council's original decision, insisting the doctors adhered to medical ethics. The former senators, led by Dr. Jate Sirathranon, addressed the council in a letter, asking for adherence to the council’s prior ruling, which requires the assent of at least 47 out of its 70 members, a significant hurdle with public eyes fixed on the outcome. The matter’s significance, they argue, is pivotal to the Medical Council’s credibility and the integrity of current and future medical professionals. To this end, the senators implore all council members to attend a crucial meeting scheduled for June 12th, urging decisions be made on a foundation of professional ethics, untainted by external influences. The three physicians in the spotlight include Pol Lt-Gen Sophonrat Singhacharu, former chief doctor at the PGH and assistant police commissioner-general; Pol Lt-Gen Thaweesilp Wechvitarn, the current chief doctor and Dr. Ruamthip Supanan of the Corrections Department's hospital. The issue has sparked widespread debate, with several doctors also backing the council in its standoff with Somsak. This standoff highlights the heated intersection of political influence and medical ethics within the Thai healthcare system. The eventual ruling could reverberate through the credibility and future of medical governance in Thailand. Adapted by ASEAN Now from Thai PBS World 2025-06-06
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