Thai Poll Predicts Ongoing Political Uncertainty in 2025

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Thailand's Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra reads the policy statement at parliament in Bangkok, Thailand, Thursday, Sept. 12, 2024. Paetongtarn appeared Parliament for the first time to lay out how her government envisions to improve the country. (AP Photo/Sakchai Lalit)

 

A recent survey by Thailand's National Institute of Development Administration (NIDA) reveals growing concerns amongst Thai citizens about the political and economic landscape in 2025.

 

Conducted amongst 1,310 individuals from various professions and educational backgrounds over three days in December, the poll paints a picture of a nation anticipating a turbulent year ahead.

 

Politics appears to be a major point of concern, with over half of those surveyed—50.61%—expecting the political environment to remain unstable throughout the year.

 

An even more concerning 39.92% predict that political conditions will become increasingly chaotic. Only a small percentage, 7.30%, are optimistic, believing that politics will become less volatile, while a mere 2.14% foresee a trouble-free political year.

Despite these concerns, a majority of respondents believe that the current government, led by Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, will endure the year. Specifically, 51.22% are confident in the government's longevity.

 

However, 21.60% expect a cabinet reshuffle, and 15.34% predict the possibility of parliamentary dissolution leading to new elections. On a more dramatic note, 15.04% suggest that internal coalition rifts could lead to governmental collapse.

 

Additionally, some foresee the potential for mass protests or even a coup, with 5.88% and 3.05% predicting these outcomes, respectively.

 

The economy is another major area of concern. The survey shows that 34.43% of respondents believe the economic situation will remain as bleak as the previous year, while 33.20% fear a further decline.

 

Conversely, 21.99% hold a more positive outlook, hoping for economic improvement. When asked about their quality of life in 2025, only 20.46% of those surveyed expect improvements, while 34.43% believe it will remain unchanged.

 

This poll reflects a mix of apprehension and cautious optimism as Thais brace themselves for an uncertain year. With economic and political challenges looming, many remain hopeful that the stability of the government will help navigate the complex issues ahead.

 

However, the possibility of reshuffles and electoral changes highlights the precarious nature of Thai politics, making 2025 a year to watch closely for both citizens and international observers alike, reported Thai PBS.

 

-- 2025-01-06

 

 

[ozz1]

Isn't  it time for a another coup but its ok she's got handbags worth over 1 million

[ikke1959]

The Thaksin clan is several times removed by coups already... Why should it be this time different??  Thaksin is already too much involved and the PM is more busy with her family and business than with the country 

[black tabby12345]

4 hours ago, ozz1 said:

Isn't  it time for a another coup but its ok she's got handbags worth over 1 million

 

More than enough Get Away budget.

[hotchilli]

7 hours ago, webfact said:

A recent survey by Thailand's National Institute of Development Administration (NIDA) reveals growing concerns amongst Thai citizens about the political and economic landscape in 2025.

Don't worry daddy's on the campaign trail.. he's promised he will sort it all out by 2027... or rather his daughter will.