PM Paetongtarn's cabinet lineup announced

15 Sept 13:02 Key points summarised by AI

Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra's new cabinet was officially announced in the Royal Gazette, detailing the full government lineup.
Six Deputy Prime Ministers were appointed, including Phumtham Wechayachai, Suriya Juangroongruangkit, and Anutin Charnvirakul, signifying key leadership roles.
Major ministerial positions were filled, with Pichai Chunhavajira named Finance Minister, Phumtham Wechayachai also taking Defence, and Anutin Charnvirakul leading the Interior Ministry.
The comprehensive announcement covered all essential government departments, from Energy and Labour to Education and Foreign Affairs, establishing the leadership for each sector.

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.