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Cabinet reshuffle: four ministers removed and six new faces

13 Sept 08:57 Key points summarised by AI

Significant Shake-up: The cabinet reshuffle saw four ministers removed and six new faces appointed, including Pichai Chunhavajira as Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister.
Key Portfolio Shifts: Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin now retains only his premiership, while other ministers like Somsak Thepsuthin (Public Health) and Parnpree Bahiddha-Nukara (Foreign Affairs only) experienced portfolio adjustments.

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.