At least five court cases, including four alleging corruption, against former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra are expected to be resumed in absentia following a new organic law endorsed by the National Legislative Assembly (NLA).

The NLA voted unanimously Thursday to pass the controversial draft organic law on criminal procedures for holders of a political position.

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