United Thai Nation leader to retain deputy PM and energy minister posts

12 Sept 01:28 Key points summarised by AI

United Thai Nation Party Leader Pirapan Salirathavibhaga will retain his posts as deputy prime minister and energy minister, confirmed by the Government Spokesman.
The Prime Minister reassigned duties for three Pheu Thai deputy prime ministers—Phumtham Wechayachai, Suriya Juangroongruangkit, and Prasert Chantararuangthong—following Anutin Charnvirakul's departure from his roles.
The United Thai Nation party has resolved to demand Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra's replacement with Chaikasem Nitisiri, threatening to pull out of the coalition if their request is not fulfilled.

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.