Public expects most Kla Tham MPs to back Cabinet in censure vote, NIDA Poll finds
General Prawit to step down as a party-list MP
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General Prawit to step down as a party-list MP
23 Sept 06:06Key points summarised by AI
Outgoing Deputy Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwan announced his intention to resign as a party-list MP, stating he has "done enough for the country."
He will retain his position as leader of the Palang Pracharath party, focusing solely on party work, and his departure will allow Santi Promphat to fill the parliamentary seat.
Public expects most Kla Tham MPs to back Cabinet in censure vote, NIDA Poll finds
Yesterday 12:30Key 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.