Senate panel to study Move Forward party’s PM candidate

1 Oct 22:58 Key points summarised by AI

A Senate committee formed a working panel to investigate controversial issues concerning Move Forward leader Pita Limjaroenrat, including his anti-establishment stance and intentions regarding the monarchy.
This move by the Senate committee is perceived as a direct sign of opposition to Pita's bid for the premiership, with results to be submitted to the Election Commission.
Pita faces an additional obstacle as the Election Commission probes allegations of him holding shares in a media firm, which could constitutionally disqualify him from political office.
Many military-appointed senators express significant wariness over Pita's anti-establishment rhetoric and calls for lèse majesté law reform, indicating their potential reluctance to vote for him as Prime Minister.

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

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.