Dusit Poll reveals survey results showing the public views Thai politics as worsening, with unsystematic disaster management and political parties still focusing on self-interest over the public good.
On 14 Dec 2025, "Dusit Poll" of Suan Dusit University released a nationwide public opinion survey on the topic "Thai Politics in 2025" A sample of 1,194 respondents (surveyed online and in the field) between 9-12 Dec 2025 found that 55.53% viewed the overall political situation in 2025 as deteriorating. The main concern was unsystematic disaster management, such as floods and earthquakes, at 67.59%. Regarding political parties, 59.05% saw them as prioritizing self-interest over the public. For government parties, 56.28% said their handling of economic and cost-of-living problems influenced voting decisions. For opposition parties, 64.07% emphasized the importance of straightforward government oversight.
Dr. Pornpan Buathong, chair of Dusit Poll, stated the poll reflects public perception of worsening Thai politics, with disaster management and economic issues fueling concern. People still see political parties acting in self-interest. If elections occur, voters will decide based on tangible achievements, the basic standard of governance. Yet throughout 2025, the public has seen little clarity and desires real results rather than political gamesmanship.
Associate Professor Sorasak Mansilp, deputy dean of the School of Law and Politics at Suan Dusit University, analyzed that compared to 2024, most respondents in the Dusit Poll viewed 2025 politics as worse, indicating possible public fatigue or dissatisfaction with the current political climate. Frequent floods across the country, especially recently in Hat Yai district, heightened public worries about this situation. Most respondents felt political parties still focus on self-interest rather than serving the people, a reminder for parties to pay more attention to citizens. Addressing economic problems and cost of living effectively is what the public most wants from government parties, influencing election outcomes—explaining the relative success of the 'Half-Half' policy. Furthermore, most want opposition parties to conduct straightforward government oversight, which they are expected to do well, as evidenced by the government eventually deciding to dissolve parliament.