Public expects most Kla Tham MPs to back Cabinet in censure vote, NIDA Poll finds
Ex-Democrat party leader Chalermchai resigns from the party
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Ex-Democrat party leader Chalermchai resigns from the party
12 Sept 02:33Key points summarised by AI
Former Democrat party leader Chalermchai Sri-on officially resigned from the party on Monday, with his resignation letter delivered to the Election Commission.
Chalermchai's future political affiliation remains undecided, and it is unclear if 11 Democrat MPs closely affiliated with him will also quit the party, following a period of significant party setbacks under his leadership.
Public expects most Kla Tham MPs to back Cabinet in censure vote, NIDA Poll finds
18 Oct 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.