Lengthy parliamentary debate expected during PM selection on August 22nd

23 Sept 02:47 Key points summarised by AI

Parliament is set to hold a five-hour debate on August 22nd to select the new prime minister, with senators allocated two hours and MPs three.
Pheu Thai's prime ministerial candidate, Srettha Thavisin, will not be required to give a vision statement, as it is not mandated by the Constitution or meeting regulations.

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.