BANGKOK, Thailand – A survey by the National Institute of Development Administration (NIDA) has revealed that most Thais believe Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul’s government will endure for the full four months set out in the political agreement. The nationwide poll, conducted on September 8 and 9 with 1,310 respondents, also showed that many see the arrangement as the most workable solution under current conditions.
According to the results, 56.26% of respondents expect the government to last the agreed term, while 27.79% believe it could continue even longer. Only 14.58% thought it might collapse early.
When asked about the structure of the government, 30.31% said forming a minority government was the best option in the present political climate. Another 23.05% believed the administration would remain stable with the People’s Party’s support, even though 35.88% anticipated challenges due to ongoing negotiations.
Opinions on the People’s Party’s support for Anutin were divided, with 30.38% somewhat agreeing and 23.13% strongly agreeing, while 23.36% completely disagreed and 22.67% somewhat disagreed.
On the question of the People’s Party staying outside the cabinet, 32.98% strongly agreed and 23.35% somewhat agreed, compared with 22.52% who completely disagreed and 19.39% who somewhat disagreed. (NNT)
