Thailand’s opposition Move Forward Party is under threat, following a decision by the Constitutional Court to accept a case seeking its dissolution. Earlier this year, judges had ruled that the reformist party’s campaign promise to amend the royal insult law was equivalent to treason.
Move Forward had won the most seats in last year's election, but were blocked from forming a government coalition, with their stance on the lèse majesté law being one of the factors held against them. Saksith Saiyasombut reports.
Move Forward had won the most seats in last year's election, but were blocked from forming a government coalition, with their stance on the lèse majesté law being one of the factors held against them. Saksith Saiyasombut reports.CNA InsiderWe know it's a hassle to switch browsers but we want your experience with CNA to be fast, secure and the best it can possibly be.
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