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PM Anutin says he plays it by ear on possible House dissolution
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PM Anutin says he plays it by ear on possible House dissolution
11 Sept 04:00Key points summarised by AI
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul is considering an early House dissolution to pre-empt a potential no-confidence motion from the opposition, stating he "plays it by ear."
While pledged to dissolve the House by January next year, Anutin indicated he might act sooner if the opposition's censure debate is not genuinely focused on government scrutiny.
The PM is prioritizing "quick big wins" to restore public confidence, addressing economic problems, cross-border security issues, and launching welfare initiatives like the co-payment scheme and support for state welfare cardholders.
Anutin's government is also working to resolve household debt for low-income borrowers and combat transnational online scam networks, advocating for harsher laws and stricter enforcement.
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.