AI In-brief 14 Sept 09:36

Pheu Thai party’s Paetongtarn top PM candidate in latest NIDA poll

Paetongtarn Shinawatra of the Pheu Thai party leads as the top choice for Thailand's next prime minister, securing 35.7% support in the latest NIDA poll.
The Pheu Thai party also dominates as the most favored political party, garnering 47.20% of the vote.
Pita Limjaroenrat (Move Forward party) and incumbent Prayut Chan-o-cha (United Thai Nation party) rank second and third, respectively, in both preferred PM candidates and party preferences.
The nationwide NIDA poll surveyed 2,000 individuals over 18 between April 3rd and 7th to gauge opinions on the upcoming general election.

AI In-brief Yesterday 15:44

Thai-Cambodian border to remain closed for foreseeable future – Thai PM

Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul announced the Thai-Cambodian border will remain closed indefinitely due to several unresolved issues, including land and maritime disputes, scammer problems, and concerns over Thai security.
The PM stated that national interest is paramount, noting improved economic indices since the border's complete closure in June last year, and emphasized that reopening depends on resolving these pending conflicts.