(Bangkok, 22nd) Two latest polls in Thailand indicate that the People’s Party and its leader Nathapong have received the most voter support to form the next government and to serve as the next Prime Minister.
The latest poll results released on Sunday (December 21st) by the National Institute of Development Administration Poll Center (NIDA Poll) show that nearly half of Bangkok residents have not yet decided on the future Prime Minister and ruling party. However, among those in Bangkok who have already made a choice, the People’s Party and its leader Nathapong rank first, with the Bhumjaithai Party and its leader Anutin in second place.
From December 15th to 19th, NIDA surveyed 2,000 Bangkok residents, asking them about their first-choice candidate for Prime Minister and their preferred political party.
47.25% of respondents have not decided which party to support yet. Among those who have made up their minds, the People’s Party tops the list with a support rate of 26.25%, followed by the Bhumjaithai Party with 10.05%, the Democrat Party in third (9.55%), and the Pheu Thai Party, which former Prime Minister Paetongtarn belongs to, in fourth (6.85%).
As for preferred Prime Minister candidates, 40.2% of respondents remain undecided, 16.95% chose Nathapong of the People’s Party, and 10.9% selected Prime Minister Anutin.
The nationwide poll results released Sunday by Suan Dusit Poll (Suan Dusit University Polling Agency) similarly show the People’s Party and Nathapong as voters’ top choice, followed by Pheu Thai and its newly announced Prime Minister candidate Srettha. The Bhumjaithai Party and Anutin are in third place.
Suan Dusit Poll director Bunban said the People’s Party continues to lead both party and individual popularity. Pheu Thai’s comprehensive reforms may not yet be fully reflected in poll data, but the “brand makeover” by introducing new faces has helped the party regain support. As for Bhumjaithai, despite its support rate showing a downward trend, the gap is small and there is still a chance to turn things around.
Thailand will hold national elections on February 8 next year, and official ballot results will be announced at the latest on April 9. All parties have already begun their campaigns, vying for voter support.
Former People’s Party Bangkok district councilor Nattachai said on Saturday (20th) that the People’s Party aims to win at least 250 seats, targeting to form a “true people’s government”.
47.25% of respondents have not decided which party to support yet. Among those who have made up their minds, the People’s Party tops the list with a support rate of 26.25%, followed by the Bhumjaithai Party with 10.05%, the Democrat Party in third (9.55%), and the Pheu Thai Party, which former Prime Minister Paetongtarn belongs to, in fourth (6.85%).
As for preferred Prime Minister candidates, 40.2% of respondents remain undecided, 16.95% chose Nathapong of the People’s Party, and 10.9% selected Prime Minister Anutin.
The nationwide poll results released Sunday by Suan Dusit Poll (Suan Dusit University Polling Agency) similarly show the People’s Party and Nathapong as voters’ top choice, followed by Pheu Thai and its newly announced Prime Minister candidate Srettha. The Bhumjaithai Party and Anutin are in third place.
Suan Dusit Poll director Bunban said the People’s Party continues to lead both party and individual popularity. Pheu Thai’s comprehensive reforms may not yet be fully reflected in poll data, but the “brand makeover” by introducing new faces has helped the party regain support. As for Bhumjaithai, despite its support rate showing a downward trend, the gap is small and there is still a chance to turn things around.
Thailand will hold national elections on February 8 next year, and official ballot results will be announced at the latest on April 9. All parties have already begun their campaigns, vying for voter support.
Former People’s Party Bangkok district councilor Nattachai said on Saturday (20th) that the People’s Party aims to win at least 250 seats, targeting to form a “true people’s government”.
On Friday (19th), Nathapong said in a TV interview that this general election will be a showdown between the People’s Party and the Bhumjaithai Party, and claimed that “there are people trying to block the People’s Party from forming a government.”
He also said that if the Bhumjaithai Party wins the election, the People’s Party will remain in the opposition and will not cooperate with Bhumjaithai. “We are ready to be the opposition and rescue the country from the abyss of grey capital and crooks.”
Pheu Thai Party Secretary-General Basse said Saturday that, as the campaign begins, the party’s candidates in multiple constituencies have faced incidents bordering on threats, as well as intimidation, abuse of power, and political manipulation in many areas.
He said that such behavior could cause panic, hinder free campaigning, and undermine public confidence in the fairness and transparency of the election. He called on the Election Commission and the government to ensure a fair and transparent election.
An analysis by the Bangkok Post pointed out that the Bhumjaithai Party, led by Prime Minister Anutin, has emerged as a mainstream force in Thai politics, currently leading in campaign activities.
Chulalongkorn University political science lecturer Sitthidet noted that the Bhumjaithai Party has now accumulated senior political leaders, connections, and candidate resources, improving its prospects. By contrast, the People’s Party is facing internal difficulties, including candidate changes and lingering doubts among some supporters, which makes it harder for the party to gain momentum.
He also said that if the Bhumjaithai Party wins the election, the People’s Party will remain in the opposition and will not cooperate with Bhumjaithai. “We are ready to be the opposition and rescue the country from the abyss of grey capital and crooks.”
Pheu Thai Party Secretary-General Basse said Saturday that, as the campaign begins, the party’s candidates in multiple constituencies have faced incidents bordering on threats, as well as intimidation, abuse of power, and political manipulation in many areas.
He said that such behavior could cause panic, hinder free campaigning, and undermine public confidence in the fairness and transparency of the election. He called on the Election Commission and the government to ensure a fair and transparent election.
An analysis by the Bangkok Post pointed out that the Bhumjaithai Party, led by Prime Minister Anutin, has emerged as a mainstream force in Thai politics, currently leading in campaign activities.
Chulalongkorn University political science lecturer Sitthidet noted that the Bhumjaithai Party has now accumulated senior political leaders, connections, and candidate resources, improving its prospects. By contrast, the People’s Party is facing internal difficulties, including candidate changes and lingering doubts among some supporters, which makes it harder for the party to gain momentum.
According to NIDA Poll Center Director Suwichai’s analysis, if the Bhumjaithai Party makes good use of its campaign strategies, it is likely to win 120 to 130 seats. Pheu Thai may end up with fewer than 100 seats. The Democrat Party led by former PM Abhisit may win 40 seats.
“The People’s Party may ultimately follow closely behind the Bhumjaithai Party. I’m not asserting that Bhumjaithai will definitely come out first, but it is indeed a race between Bhumjaithai and the People’s Party.”
“The People’s Party may ultimately follow closely behind the Bhumjaithai Party. I’m not asserting that Bhumjaithai will definitely come out first, but it is indeed a race between Bhumjaithai and the People’s Party.”