Pathum Thani local election : A litmus test of Thaksin’s residual power

11 Sept 02:30 Key points summarised by AI

The Pathum Thani local election for the Provincial Administrative Organisation chief executive is a critical measure of Thaksin Shinawatra's remaining political influence, especially after recent setbacks for his Pheu Thai party.
Thaksin demonstrates significant personal investment by deploying his children, including Pheu Thai leader Paetongtarn, to campaign for candidate Charn Puangpetch, marking his first public campaign involvement since returning to Thailand.
Pheu Thai aims to regain popularity in its former stronghold, Pathum Thani, from the Move Forward party, which is not fielding a candidate in this election.
A leading contender is independent candidate Kamronwit Thoopkrajang, a former Thaksin loyalist whose relationship with Thaksin fractured after Kamronwit was suspected of supporting rival parties in the last general election.

Public expects most Kla Tham MPs to back Cabinet in censure vote, NIDA Poll finds

18 Oct 12:30 Key points summarised by AI

A recent NIDA poll indicates that a plurality of the public (30.38%) anticipates Kla Tham Party MPs will vote to support all 18 cabinet ministers targeted in the upcoming no-confidence debate.
Respondents believe the Ministry of Interior (38.78%) and the Prime Minister’s Office (21.37%) will face the toughest questioning during the censure debate.
Economic issues, particularly alleged incompetence in addressing problems (34.27%) and the rising cost of living (25.88%), are cited as the primary concerns for the government during the censure.
The public holds high expectations for the Opposition's case, with 45.65% believing clear, concrete evidence will be presented against all 18 ministers, and 41.22% expecting substantial evidence against specific ministers.