Public expects most Kla Tham MPs to back Cabinet in censure vote, NIDA Poll finds
King-maker Newin vows to support Anutin as next PM
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King-maker Newin vows to support Anutin as next PM
13 Sept 11:08Key points summarised by AI
Newin Chidchob, a prominent political figure, publicly pledged to support Deputy Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul's bid for prime minister after the next general elections.
Newin, the unofficial patriarch of the Bhumjaithai Party, projected the party would win at least 120 seats, enabling it to play a decisive role in forming the next government.
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.