Thailand's PM Faces Ethics Violation Charges

Thailand's Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has been accused of violating ethical rules by appointing a lawyer with a criminal record to his cabinet. The Constitutional Court is reviewing a case that may lead to his dismissal. Srettha denies any wrongdoing and awaits the court's final decision.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Bangkok | Updated: 14-08-2024 13:59 IST | Created: 14-08-2024 13:59 IST
Thailand's PM Faces Ethics Violation Charges
Srettha Thavisin
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Thailand's Constitutional Court ruled on Wednesday that Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin violated ethical guidelines by appointing a lawyer with a criminal past to his cabinet.

Judges were delivering a verdict in a case that could lead to Srettha's dismissal from office. Srettha has denied any misconduct related to the appointment.

The court has not yet announced a final decision on whether Srettha will remain in office, leaving the nation's political future uncertain.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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