Hopes for Pheu Thai PM fade as conservative parties eye power

13 Sept 12:27 Key points summarised by AI

Pheu Thai's new alliance with Bhumjaithai falls short of a parliamentary majority, compelling them to seek support from conservative 'uncles' parties' and the Senate.
The party faces a significant dilemma: partnering with Palang Pracharath or United Thai Nation risks alienating its voter base, despite needing their influence over senators to secure a prime ministerial candidate.
Political analysts doubt Pheu Thai's prime ministerial candidate Srettha Thavisin will secure enough votes, predicting further delays and a strong possibility of the premiership going to Bhumjaithai or Palang Pracharath's Prawit Wongsuwan.
A Constitutional Court decision on Pita Limjaroenrat's renomination is expected to further postpone the prime minister's vote, prolonging Thailand's political uncertainty.

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.