Thai Parliament Sets No-Confidence Debate for Late October
The Thai House of Representatives confirmed that the no-confidence debate regarding corruption allegations will take place from October 27th to 30th. The government also indicated that decisions on the participation of new political forces in the coalition will be made after a vote.
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