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AI In-brief 13 Sept 22:38

Poll rates Environment Minister Warawut as the most liked cabinet member

Environment Minister Warawut Silpa-archa emerged as the most popular cabinet member in a Super Poll survey, securing 23.1% of votes for his kindness, efficiency, simplicity, approachability, and support for the poor and farmers.
Commerce Minister Jurin Laksanavisit ranked second in popularity with 21.9%, with Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha following at 15.2%.
Energy Minister Sontirat Sontijirawong topped the list for keeping electoral promises (22.8%), recognized for his efforts in increasing raw oil palm prices and implementing the state welfare card program.
Among Future Forward politicians, party secretary-general Piyabutr Saengkanokkul was the most popular with 35.8% of respondents' votes.
A significant 40.2% of respondents believe the Future Forward party will face considerable challenges following the expulsion of four rebel MPs.

AI In-brief Yesterday 12:38

The National Security Council (NSC) held a special meeting to formulate contingency plans addressing global security threats, including Middle East tensions, cyber threats, and general unpredictability.
The council aims to refine existing national preparedness plans into more specific and actionable operational strategies to effectively cope with volatile international situations.
The NSC is proactively developing various potential scenarios to anticipate outcomes and ensure appropriate, rapid responses to evolving global challenges.