PM Prayut formally joins United Thai Nation Party

13 Sept 11:20 Key points summarised by AI

Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha officially joined the United Thai Nation Party, paying a 2,000 baht life membership fee at a public ceremony.
Prayut addressed members, acknowledging his military past while expressing his commitment to adapting to his new political role, amid shouts of support.
Prominent figures like former Bangkok Governor Aswin Kwanmuang and Foreign Minister Don Pramudwinai attended, with some indicating future plans to join the party.

Public expects most Kla Tham MPs to back Cabinet in censure vote, NIDA Poll finds

18 Oct 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.