Cabinet list set for royal assent Tuesday

13 Sept 15:09 Key points summarised by AI

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul is expected to submit the thoroughly vetted Cabinet list for royal assent on Tuesday, allowing the government to officially begin functioning after presenting its policy statement to parliament between April 7-9.
The 35-minister Cabinet includes an adjustment to the Bhumjaithai party's quota, with Pakorn Nilpraphan replacing Dr. Borwornsak Uwanno as a deputy prime minister.

Public expects most Kla Tham MPs to back Cabinet in censure vote, NIDA Poll finds

18 Oct 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.