Prayut Emerges as Top Choice for PM in NIDA Poll as Political Uncertainty Grows
BANGKOK — A new survey by the National Institute of Development Administration (NIDA) reveals deepening political divisions, with 42.37% of respondents calling for suspended Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra to resign, while nearly 40% support dissolving the House for fresh elections. The poll, conducted July 4–7 among 1,310 adults nationwide, highlights Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha as the preferred successor, backed by 32.82% of participants.
Key Findings: Public Sentiment on Leadership
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Prayut leads potential replacements, followed by 27.94% who reject all current candidates.
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Bhumjaithai’s Anutin Charnvirakul (11.53%) and Pheu Thai’s Chaikasem Nitisiri (10.92%) trail significantly.
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64.43% support a no-confidence motion against the government, reflecting mounting dissatisfaction.
An opinion survey by the National Institute of Development Administration early this month found more than 80% of respondents wanted suspended Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra to either resign or dissolve the House and Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha is the most favourited choice as… pic.twitter.com/CO8EbquoFR
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Economic Worries Dominate Suan Dusit Poll
A separate Suan Dusit Poll (July 8–11, 1,191 respondents) underscores urgent public demands:
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65.41% prioritize cost-of-living solutions amid economic strain.
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62.97% doubt ministerial competence, with 41.56% expecting worse performance than Paetongtarn’s cabinet.
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50.04% fear economic fallout from U.S. tariffs on Thai imports, with half skeptical of the government’s negotiation skills.
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Analysts Warn of Mounting Challenges
Pornphan Buathong of Suan Dusit Poll noted the government faces a “crisis of confidence” on economic management and trade diplomacy. Asst. Prof. Yodchai Chutikamo added that Trump’s 36% tariff threat and domestic political instability could exacerbate Thailand’s economic woes.
-Thailand News (TN)
