Thailand's Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra arrives at parliament before no-confidence vote against her in Bangkok, Thailand, Wednesday, March 26, 2025. (AP Photo/Sakchai Lalit)

 

In a dramatic twist, Paetongtarn Shinawatra of Pheu Thai takes the lead as the popular choice for Thailand's next prime minister, nudging past the previous frontrunner, Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut of the People's Party.

 

This upheaval comes courtesy of a Nida Poll conducted between March 24-27, surveying 2,000 individuals from all walks of life across Thailand. Despite her personal popularity, Paetongtarn faces a significant challenge as her party lags behind the People's Party in overall support.

 

The poll shows Paetongtarn with 30.90% backing, credited to her policies and a desire among voters to see her succeed further. Meanwhile, Natthaphong, who earlier led the polls, now secures 22.90% support. Voters praised him for embodying a new era of transparent and honest leadership.

 

 

 

Curiously, a notable 23.50% of respondents remain unsure of their choice for PM, indicating potential volatility in future political landscapes.

 

On the political party front, the People's Party maintains a commanding lead with 37.10% support, showcasing its substantial sway among the public. Pheu Thai follows with 28.05%, indicating a gap despite Paetongtarn's personal popularity.

 

Other parties trail behind, with the United Thai Nation Party at 8.75%, and the Democrat, Bhumjaithai, Thai Sang Thai, and Palang Pracharath parties attracting more modest support. The poll highlights a landscape ripe with opportunity, as undecided voters and shifting party loyalties suggest upcoming elections could swing dramatically.

 

As Thailand edges closer to future elections, these poll results underscore both the potential and unpredictability of its political dynamics. Voter preferences for leadership and party alignment remain fluid, portraying a nation open to change yet carefully examining its options.

 

Whether this shift indicates a trend or a temporary blip will likely be revealed as Thailand's politically-engaged populace heads towards the ballot box.

 

Based on a story by Bangkok Post

 

-- 2025-03-31

 

 

It is clear that the PP is leading and yeah as there is no other option possible to another PM of course Miss Shinawatra is favoured, also influenced by the way questions that are asked and how they were asked..But the PP will be becoming more and more popular which will be seen in the next elections...

24 minutes ago, webfact said:

In a dramatic twist, Paetongtarn Shinawatra of Pheu Thai takes the lead as the popular choice for Thailand's next prime minister, nudging past the previous frontrunner, Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut of the People's Party.

 

Understandable really.

PM Paetongtarn is much better looking than Khun Natthaphong

39 minutes ago, webfact said:

Nida Poll

i hope the PP play it smart and dont show all their cards until they have secured the premiership this time. Their showing their hand about the 112 law is what did them in last time. i hope the shins get the boot