Anutin Threatens Forgetful Ministers With Removal
PM Anutin warned ministers they risk removal if they fail to publicize their work, citing a 5% drop in his approval ratings despite strong economic performance including GDP growth and stable markets.
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul held a press conference at Government House on July 6, 2025, responding to a Nida Poll showing declining approval ratings for himself and the Bhumjaithai Party. He compared polls to mirrors reflecting public opinion and said the government must address the 5% drop from 26% to 21%. Anutin attributed the decline partly to poor communication, noting that while the government has achieved strong economic results—GDP growth, increased foreign investment, stable stock market above 1,600 points, and improved country creditworthiness—these successes haven't been effectively communicated to the public. He warned that any minister who becomes 'forgotten by the world' risks being removed from cabinet, as Prime Minister Anutin himself could forget about them too.
Anutin acknowledged the cabinet is only two months old and promised to work harder on communication strategy. He emphasized that ministers must not only work effectively but also actively communicate their achievements to the public. With 27 Bhumjaithai ministers in the cabinet, Anutin noted that if each one communicated properly, there would be 27 news stories instead of none. He criticized ministers for failing to publicize their work and called for improvement in this area. When asked about reshuffling the cabinet, Anutin said he would need to explain why any minister should be removed, as such decisions require full justification to the public. He expressed confidence that economic fundamentals are strong and Thailand has a bright future, with many countries supporting its path toward OECD membership. Anutin stressed the need for ministers to be well-informed leaders who work effectively and communicate clearly, rather than working in isolation.
