Thaksin accuses absent cabinet members of disloyalty, calls for resignations

13 Sept 17:47 Key points summarised by AI

Pheu Thai de facto leader Thaksin Shinawatra publicly criticized coalition cabinet members for their absence from a crucial meeting on international tax measures.
Thaksin interpreted their non-attendance as disloyalty, stating they should resign if unwilling to support government policies and collective responsibility.
He emphasized that cabinet members must actively support government policies once appointed, rather than evading their duties.
While not directly naming individuals, reports indicated Deputy PM Anutin Charnvirakul and Pirapan Salirathavibhaga were among those absent from the cabinet meeting.

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.