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PM tours Khon Kaen, Maha Sarakham to deliver water, education, and tourism policies

18 Sept 12:34 Key points summarised by AI

Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra visited Khon Kaen and Maha Sarakham to follow up on critical water resource management, aiming to address flood and drought issues.
She reviewed the 'One District One Scholarship' program at Maha Sarakham University, which seeks to expand educational opportunities for underprivileged students and support community development initiatives.
The PM chaired a meeting focused on promoting tourism and local traditions in the northeast, a key government policy to enhance the economic and cultural value of the region.
Her tour included presiding over the opening of the 'On Son Long Drum of Wapi People' project, an effort to preserve Maha Sarakham's unique local arts and cultural heritage.

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.