Thailand’s Progressive ‘Orange’ Movement Faces Setback in Latest Opinion Poll
New survey shows sharp decline in support for reformist bloc, highlighting shifting voter priorities and strengthening position of governing coalition
Thailand’s progressive political movement, widely associated with the colour orange, has recorded a noticeable drop in public support in the latest nationwide opinion survey, signalling a shift in voter sentiment amid evolving economic and policy concerns.
The poll indicates that backing for the reform-oriented bloc has weakened compared with previous readings, while support for parties aligned with the governing coalition has stabilised or improved.
Analysts attribute the downturn to a combination of factors, including internal strategic recalibration within the movement, voter fatigue following prolonged political debate, and a renewed public focus on economic performance.
With Thailand’s economy recently outperforming expectations and tourism rebounding strongly, some voters appear to be prioritising stability and pragmatic governance over structural political reform.
The survey results also suggest that younger urban voters, once a core base of the progressive camp, are displaying more varied preferences as economic considerations and employment prospects take centre stage.
Meanwhile, rural constituencies and small-business communities have shown increasing receptiveness to policy platforms centred on growth, infrastructure and targeted financial support.
Leaders within the progressive movement have acknowledged the need to refine messaging and broaden outreach, emphasizing that public opinion can shift rapidly in Thailand’s dynamic political landscape.
They maintain that reform proposals related to decentralisation, transparency and social equity remain central to their agenda, even as they recalibrate campaign strategies.
Political observers note that polling volatility is not uncommon between election cycles, and that shifts in sentiment often reflect short-term economic and policy developments rather than long-term ideological change.
The current trajectory nonetheless highlights the competitive environment facing Thailand’s opposition forces as the governing administration continues to project economic confidence and policy continuity.
With the political climate evolving alongside economic recovery, parties across the spectrum are expected to intensify engagement with voters in the coming months.
The latest survey underscores that public priorities are increasingly shaped by practical concerns, presenting both challenges and opportunities for Thailand’s progressive movement as it seeks to regain momentum.