How Thailand will elect 32nd prime minister on Friday

14 Sept 03:52 Key points summarised by AI

Thai MPs will convene on Friday to elect the country's 32nd prime minister, replacing Paetongtarn Shinawatra, who was removed by a court.
Candidates must be endorsed by at least 50 MPs and secure over half of the 492 votes (247 minimum); Bhumjaithai party leader Anutin Charnvirakul is favored to win against Pheu Thai’s Chaikasem Nitisiri.

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.