Suan Dusit Poll indicates that Thailand's political index for September 2026 declined by 69 points. No government politicians were seen as having a prominent role. On the opposition side, “Ice Raksachonok” was recognized. The government's praised project was "Thai Chua Thai Plus," while the opposition's appreciated work was scrutinizing government budget spending.
On 30 September 2026, Suan Dusit Poll of Suan Dusit University surveyed public opinion nationwide on the “Thailand Political Index for September 2026.” The sample included 2,061 respondents (surveyed online and in person) between 22-26 September 2026. The survey covered 25 indicators reflecting confidence in various aspects of Thai politics, each rated on a scale of 10. The results ranked from highest to lowest scores were as follows.
1. The overall "Thailand Political Index" for September 2026 scored 3.56 out of 10 (down from 3.63 in August 2026).
2. The public rated 25 indicators of the "Thailand Political Index" on a 10-point scale, ranked from highest to lowest as follows.
Most outstanding government politicians
Rank 1: 28.08% said none; Rank 2: 26.94% named Anutin Charnvirakul; Rank 3: 23.77% named Yotsanan Wongsawat; Rank 4: 14.61% named Akniti Nititanprapas; Rank 5: 6.60% named Pradorn Prisananantakul.
Most outstanding opposition politicians
Rank 1: 30.97% named Raksachonok Srinok; Rank 2: 20.91% named Natthapong Ruangpanyawut; Rank 3: 19.75% named Abhisit Vejjajiva; Rank 4: 18.76% named Parit Watcharasindhu; Rank 5: 9.61% named Wayo Atsavarungreung.
Government achievements most appreciated by the public in September 2026
Rank 1: 52.54% named "Thai Chua Thai Plus"; Rank 2: 26.09% named increasing welfare card funds; Rank 3: 21.37% named promoting foreign trade.
Opposition achievements most appreciated by the public in September 2026
Rank 1: 45.00% named scrutinizing government operations and budget use; Rank 2: 32.14% named following up on the Senate corruption case; Rank 3: 22.86% named debating the 2027 budget.