Public expects most Kla Tham MPs to back Cabinet in censure vote, NIDA Poll finds
Palang Pracharath members oppose Mingkwan as next prime minister
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Palang Pracharath members oppose Mingkwan as next prime minister
13 Sept 14:07Key points summarised by AI
Two prominent Palang Pracharath MPs disagree with party leader General Prawit Wongsuwan's suggestion to nominate Mingkwan Saengsuwan as a prime ministerial candidate, asserting the decision requires party and executive committee approval.
Mingkwan, a former deputy prime minister, was introduced by General Prawit as a new party member and economic team head, prompting his expectation to be nominated, though Prawit later stated the executive committee must decide.
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.