PM: Thaksin involved in talks on national direction and policies

13 Sept 05:59 Key points summarised by AI

Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra confirmed her father, former PM Thaksin Shinawatra, participated in a meeting discussing government policies and future steps with key officials, including Deputy PM Anutin Charnvirakul.
This marks the first official acknowledgment of Thaksin's significant political involvement in the current administration, despite previous denials of his influence since his return and release from prison.

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.