Surasak highlighted that Anutin did the right thing by setting a one-year deadline to evaluate ministers' performance, showing that even close associates can lose their positions. He emphasized that all ministries must be prepared to explain matters to the public if there are any doubts.
At 14:10 on 18 June 2026 at the Government House, Surasak Pancharoenworakul, Minister of Tourism and Sports and a leading figure of the Bhumjaithai Party, was interviewed regarding the Prime Minister's decision to impose a one-year deadline to assess the performance of ministers and chairpersons of 14 parliamentary committees proportionally from Bhumjaithai to accelerate their work. He said, "It is good; the Prime Minister is correct to assess all ministries to determine who is suitable for the job. Naturally, if any minister is unsuitable, it is the country's leader's responsibility to consider this. If a minister lacks efficiency or cannot perform, the Prime Minister must bear responsibility. Therefore, it is good that the Prime Minister reviews the performance of every ministry."
When asked if this serves as a stimulus for ministers to work harder, Surasak replied, "Certainly, being evaluated is a motivation. I believe the Prime Minister's statement clearly shows that everyone must work diligently. Sometimes politics treats positions as quotas, assuming some may remain without effort or due to importance or influence. The Prime Minister has made it clear that no one can hold their seat long without working. This is the main criterion; it's not about who is close or which faction is larger or smaller. When I meet with party MPs and ministers, the Prime Minister always tells us that we must work because we are the government's core. Our achievements are the government's stability. If we fail to work, the government will be unstable."
Asked if this move was partly due to past criticisms faced by the government, Surasak said, "Actually, it is natural for all ministries to encounter issues that attract media interest or require clarification. I consider criticism as an opportunity for the ministers involved to clarify the truth to the public. It is normal for ministers to communicate. When criticism arises, it usually stems from public doubts or questions. Therefore, it is every minister's duty to provide clear information and explanations. Whether it is the Ministry of Tourism and Sports or any other ministry, they must provide clarifications."