PUBLISHED: 29 Sep 2024 at 11:49
Paetongtarn Shinawatra, leader of the Pheu Thai Party, emerges as the leading candidate for prime minister, according to a recent survey by the National Institute of Development Administration (Nida Poll). As of the third quarter of 2024, the survey reveals that the People’s Party ranks as the most popular political party.
The nationwide poll, conducted via telephone interviews from September 16 to 23 with 2,000 participants aged 18 and older, explored public opinion on potential candidates for prime minister.
When asked whom they would support today for the position of prime minister, the results were:
– 31.35% back Paetongtarn “Ung-Ing” Shinawatra from the ruling Pheu Thai Party, applauding her leadership and problem-solving initiatives.
– 23.50% of respondents expressed they had not yet found a suitable candidate.
– 22.90% support Mr. Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut from the People’s Party, citing his innovative ideas and positive attitude.
– 8.65% favor Pirapan Salirathavibhaga of the United Thai Nation Party for his trustworthiness and extensive administrative experience.
– 1.65% support Khunying Sudarat Keyuraphan of the Thai Sang Thai Party, noting her qualifications and opposition to dictatorship.
– 4.00% back Anutin Charnvirakul from the Bhumjaithai Party, appreciating his inclusive approach and integrity.
– 1.15% support Gen Prawit Wongsuwon from the Palang Pracharath Party, praising his decisiveness and political acumen.
– 2.80% combined support various candidates from the Democrat Party, Prachachart Party, and others.
The remaining 4.25% of respondents were either undecided or uninterested.
People’s Party Dominance
In terms of party preference, the People’s Party leads with 34.25%, followed by the Pheu Thai Party at 27.15%. Notably, 15.10% of respondents indicated they found “no suitable political party.” The United Thai Nation Party garnered 9.95%, with the Democrat Party at 4.40%, the Bhumjaithai Party at 3.55%, the Palang Pracharath Party at 2.05%, and Thai Sang Thai at 1.70%.
Additionally, 1.10% of respondents supported other minor parties, while 0.75% remained undecided or uninterested.
