Pheu Thai party wins in most PAO mayoral elections

13 Sept 20:24 Key points summarised by AI

Pheu Thai party emerged as the dominant winner in the recent Provincial Administrative Organisation (PAO) mayoral elections, securing victories in 18 provinces.
The Bhumjaithai party followed, clinching second place with wins in 12 provinces, while independent candidates secured third place by winning in six provinces.
Notably, the Move Forward party (now the People’s party), despite its success in the last general election, suffered a significant defeat, winning mayoral elections in only one province.

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.