Prayut confident of making a comeback, but prepared “to go home”

13 Sept 13:53 Key points summarised by AI

Incumbent Thai Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha expresses confidence that his United Thai Nation Party will secure enough seats for his re-nomination as PM.
Prayut states his readiness to accept the upcoming election results, even if it means retiring from politics and 'going home'.
He confirmed his departure from the Palang Pracharath Party was due to conflicts with allies of its leader, Gen Prawit Wongsuwan, despite maintaining a 'brotherly' relationship.
Gen Prawit, also a prime ministerial candidate, is actively distancing himself from Prayut and the 2014 coup to portray himself as a peacemaker.

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.