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Podcast: Money Matters with Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian
Episode: The Big Story: Thai top court suspends Prime Minister - Is this a big blow to Paetongtarn’s government?
Description: Thailand’s political landscape has been jolted once again. In a dramatic development, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has been temporarily suspended from office by the Constitutional Court, less than a year into her tenure. The decision comes as the court deliberates a petition filed by a group of senators, who accuse Paetongtarn of violating ethical standards — specifically over comments made in a leaked phone call with former Cambodian leader Hun Sen. Now, her leadership hangs in the balance amid mounting legal pressure and political tension. As the court begins its review, key questions remain...