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PM to seek cabinet advice over visit to South - Jirayu

13 Sept 12:10 Key points summarised by AI

Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra will seek cabinet advice regarding a proposed visit to southern provinces affected by heavy flooding.
The PM has faced criticism for her absence, hosting a cabinet retreat in northern provinces while southern regions were still dealing with severe floods.
Paetongtarn defended her delayed visit, explaining it was to avoid disrupting urgent relief efforts and denying accusations of ignoring the south.
Government spokesperson Jirayu Huangsap indicated that the premier's trip to the south could have both positive and negative impacts.

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.