As it happens: How Anutin won today

12 Sept 01:29 Key points summarised by AI

Anutin Charnvirakul, leader of the Bhumjaithai Party, was elected Thailand's 32nd prime minister, securing 311 votes from 490 MPs present.
He decisively defeated Chaikasem Nitisiri of the Pheu Thai Party, who received 152 votes, in a House vote.
Anutin replaces Paetongtarn Shinawatra, who was previously ousted by the Constitutional Court.
The parliamentary session involved debates on advancing the selection, nominations for both candidates, and a transparent, individual voting process for MPs.

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.