Thai Prime Minister Faces Court Case Over Controversial Cabinet Appointment

Constitutional Court to decide on the removal of Srettha Thavisin following ethics violation claims.

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin is under scrutiny for appointing Pichit Chuenban, a former lawyer with a criminal record, to his Cabinet.
Pichit resigned from his ministerial role to protect Srettha from legal repercussions.
The court allowed Srettha to continue his duties while the case is being considered.
The case highlights ongoing tensions between Thailand's conservative establishment and populist political factions.
Srettha has 15 days to present his defense to the court.