Bangkok: "Danupon" points out that the power to adjust the cabinet lies with the Prime Minister, believes that the adjustment is subject to the country's and world's events, confirms that Prime Minister Ing will continue to work hard for the people and will go all the way to the 2027 meeting period, confident that if the money to stimulate the economy reaches the hands of the people, the poll shows that the Prime Minister will improve.
According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Danupon Punnakan, Pheu Thai Party-list MP and Pheu Thai Party spokesman, communicated to the public and political sphere about the cabinet reshuffle. He explained, after discussions with several Pheu Thai Party executives, that the cabinet reshuffle is solely under the Prime Minister's authority, and the Pheu Thai Party is prepared to accommodate any changes.
Danupon emphasized that regardless of how the Prime Minister decides to adjust the Cabinet, the primary focus will remain on the people. He noted that last week, the 2026 budget law was considered and completed. As for the Cabinet reshuffle, he expressed confidence that the Prime Minister would make decisions based on current national and global events, ensuring consistency with the budget and addressing Thailand's challenges.
Discussing potential cabinet reshuffles, Danupon highlighted that any changes in ministries, departments, or agencies are the Prime Minister's prerogative. However, he believes that the Pheu Thai Party will remain the core party in forming the government, with a coalition of parties supporting it, as evidenced by the 322 votes approving the budget law.
Danupon further stated that if there were to be a cabinet adjustment, senior party members, including the Prime Minister and coalition leaders, would consult to ensure the cabinet under Prime Minister Paethongtarn Shinawatra remains committed to serving the people. He expressed hope for the nation to progress through the current session and embrace the 2027 election.
He also mentioned the Suan Dusit Poll results, noting the popularity of Prime Minister Paethongtarn Shinawatra at 40.87 percent compared to the Opposition Leader Nattapong Ruangpanyawut at 50.79 percent. This reflects public concern over Thailand's economic situation, influenced by international issues like the Trump tax and various conflicts, raising doubts about the government's leadership capabilities.
Danupon explained that once the 2026 budget, featuring a 157 billion baht allocation for the Digital Village project to stimulate the economy, is passed by the House of Representatives, it aims to alleviate public skepticism about the Thai economy. He believes that if the stimulus funds reach the populace, the economic situation will improve, restoring confidence in the Prime Minister.
He concluded by stating that regular quarterly political polls are standard practice, and regardless of the results, the Prime Minister will persist in working diligently to implement the primary policies of the Pheu Thai Party and coalition partners for the benefit of the people.