8 ministers survive Thai censure vote in parliament

The government used its thumping majority to deflect the opposition's motion to oust the ministers for finance, transport, commerce, education and other portfolios, which was launched last week.

Thaksin, who must call national elections early next year, welcomed the outcome and said he had no plans to reshuffle his cabinet despite the intense criticism aired in parliament.

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"The government now has the stability to continue its work with strength and transparency," he said.