Suradech urges Prime Minister Anutin to boldly replace the three outside ministers—Supajee, Akeniti, and Sihasak—pointing out that after two cabinets, if there are no results, it is reasonable to bring in new people and open opportunities for fresh contributions.
On 1 Aug 2026 GMT+7, Suradech Yasawat, former deputy leader of the Palang Pracharath Party, commented on cabinet reshuffle rumors, saying that bringing in members from other parties could worsen the situation and damage the government's image. If the Prime Minister truly intends to reshuffle, he should also consider the outside ministers and not limit himself by refusing to change them once appointed. He cited the three current outside ministers: Supajee Suthumpun, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Commerce; Akeniti Nitithanprapas, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance; and Sihasak Puangkaew, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs. During the first Anutin cabinet, they served for four months addressing specific issues, but the second, longer cabinet requires the Prime Minister to assess their capabilities. If they fail to produce results, replacements should be considered.
Suradech said the Commerce Minister’s performance should be evaluated, especially regarding responses to rising prices. The 'Thong Fah Mobile Market' project, deploying 3,000 mobile units, may not effectively tackle the core problem, and some see it as a superficial measure to reduce public criticism, since the issues persist. Regarding the Finance Minister, he stressed that although the Constitutional Court ruled the 400 billion baht loan act constitutional, it is not mandatory to use the entire amount. The government could spend only 100 billion baht and reserve the rest, ensuring every baht is wisely used as promised, rather than exhausting the full loan and increasing public debt unnecessarily.
Suradech continued that the government has yet to cancel MOU 44, despite clear policy and public promises to do so immediately upon taking office. Cancelling it is not solely the Prime Minister’s responsibility but also requires prompt action from the Foreign Minister, who should have brought this issue forward by now. However, the matter remains silent.
"Therefore, I propose the Prime Minister open opportunities for new individuals to participate. There are many qualified doctors and academics in the country with excellent credentials. Why not allow them to help the nation during this crisis, especially as the government currently faces significant trust challenges?" Suradech emphasized.