Public expects most Kla Tham MPs to back Cabinet in censure vote, NIDA Poll finds
Police brace for protesters near Government House on Tuesday
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Police brace for protesters near Government House on Tuesday
13 Sept 21:00Key points summarised by AI
Thai police deploy cargo containers, razor wire, and steel barricades at key bridges to prevent protesters from reaching Government House.
Protesters, led by Jatuporn Prompan, demand Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha's resignation, contending his eight-year term ends by August 24th, with initial gatherings at Lan Khon Mueang.
Public expects most Kla Tham MPs to back Cabinet in censure vote, NIDA Poll finds
Yesterday 12:30Key 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.