Public expects most Kla Tham MPs to back Cabinet in censure vote, NIDA Poll finds
Bhumjaithai pushes for no-confidence debate against PM and ministers
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Bhumjaithai pushes for no-confidence debate against PM and ministers
13 Sept 12:26Key points summarised by AI
Bhumjaithai party has moved to initiate a no-confidence debate against Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra and her cabinet, scheduled for when parliament reconvenes on July 3.
The party's decision stems from a leaked conversation between PM Paetongtarn and Cambodian Senate President Hun Sen, leading to a declared loss of trust.
Bhumjaithai recently withdrew from the coalition government, citing political disagreements, particularly over the Interior Ministry portfolio, and a general loss of confidence.
The no-confidence motion requires the support of at least one-fifth of all MPs, with Bhumjaithai seeking backing from other opposition parties to meet this constitutional threshold.
Public expects most Kla Tham MPs to back Cabinet in censure vote, NIDA Poll finds
Yesterday 12:30Key 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.