Prayut and ten ministers survive latest censure debate

After intense behind-the-scenes lobbying and horse-trading to secure the votes of MPs from the smaller parties, known as the Group of 16, Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha and 10 other ministers survived the 4-day Opposition censure vote this morning (Saturday).

The prime minister thanked the MPs for their support, saying that the result will serve as a morale booster for him to work harder for the country and the people.

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By Thai PBS World

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