Pheu Thai confident selection of prime minister will be done in one session

13 Sept 23:48 Key points summarised by AI

Pheu Thai's deputy leader Phumtham Wechayachai confidently predicts that Srettha Thavisin will be selected as prime minister in a single parliamentary joint sitting.
The party prioritizes the prime minister's selection over cabinet seat allocation, welcoming unconditional support from Palang Pracharath MPs to form a government without delay.
Pheu Thai aims to shift political direction, seeking to ease national polarization and promote cross-party cooperation to tackle pressing country problems.
The party firmly rejects rejoining the Move Forward party, asserting their path is a 'dead end,' and dismisses any speculation regarding Srettha's potential failure to secure the premiership.

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.