The government clarified that the Prime Minister does not support the use of lawsuits to silence the public regarding the corruption survey results, but was merely speaking according to legal principles. A meeting of all relevant agencies is scheduled for May 20th to discuss policy.

The Constitutional Court has accepted the case for review regarding the Emergency Decree authorizing a 4 billion baht loan for energy relief and transition. The Cabinet has been ordered to prepare a statement and submit copies of relevant documents within 7 days of receiving the letter.

Nattapong Ruangpanyawut, leader of the People's Party, received the royal decree appointing him as the Leader of the Opposition in the House of Representatives.

The People's Party-Democrat Party has filed a petition with the Constitutional Court to interpret whether the emergency decree authorizing the 4 billion baht loan violates Article 172 of the Constitution, and also requested a suspension of the use of the borrowed funds for energy restructuring.

Thaksin Shinawatra was released from prison after being granted parole and embraced his family. Paetongtarn posted, "Welcome back daddy."

A NIDA poll indicates that Bangkok residents view the gubernatorial election as "not exciting" because the outcome is predictable. Meanwhile, over 33% stated that national politics "have no influence at all" on their decision to vote for Bangkok governor this time.

"Suan Dusit Poll" reveals that over half of Bangkok residents support Chatchart continuing as Bangkok governor, and that cities with less traffic, good public transportation, and affordable fares, followed by well-organized and easy-to-walk sidewalks, are preferred.

The Cabinet approved the draft Royal Decree on Government Data Linkage, paving the way for systematic data exchange between agencies while protecting personal data, aiming to bring Thailand up to OECD-OGP standards.

The Cabinet has resolved to cancel MOU 44 and adjust the negotiation framework for the overlapping maritime area between Thailand and Cambodia. It emphasized that this does not mean closing the door on negotiations, but rather using the international UNCLOS framework to protect national interests instead.

Thaksin has been granted a conditional release and is scheduled for May 11, 2026. He will undergo a four-month probationary period without being required to wear an electronic ankle monitor.