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Poll - Thailand’s central provinces want Paetongtarn Shinawatra as next PM

13 Sept 08:20 Key points summarised by AI

Paetongtarn Shinawatra, daughter of former PM Thaksin, emerged as the top choice for Thailand's next prime minister among eligible voters in the central provinces.
Her party, Pheu Thai, also secured the highest favourability for governance in the region, according to the NIDA opinion poll.
Conducted between November 2nd and 5th, the poll surveyed 2,002 voters across various central provinces, excluding Bangkok.
Respondents cited a desire for new-generation leadership and alignment with Pheu Thai's policies as key reasons for supporting Paetongtarn.
Move Forward Party Leader Pita Limjaroenrat and current Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha ranked second and third, respectively, in the premiership preferences.

Yesterday 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.