Bangkok: "Ajarn Chaiyant" has proposed that the People's Party initiate a censure motion against Prime Minister Paethongtarn without allegations of being a secret ally. Asst. Prof. Chaiyan, a Political Science expert from Chulalongkorn University, believes that if the motion aligns with opposition guidelines and adopts a Western parliamentary approach, it could bolster support for the party in future elections.
According to Thai News Agency, Chaiyan Chaiyaporn, a lecturer at Chulalongkorn University's Department of Government Administration, addressed the Prachachon Party via Facebook. He warned that failing to submit a no-confidence motion when parliament convenes on July 3rd would suggest ongoing trust in Prime Minister Paethongtarn Shinawatra. He questioned how the party would justify future motions of no-confidence if they bypassed this opportunity.
Mr. Chaiyan acknowledged the possibility that the no-confidence motion might not lead to the expected outcomes, such as the dissolution of parliament or a loss of confidence in the prime minister. However, he emphasized the importance of quality opposition MPs fulfilling their duty to question and critique the prime minister's actions on behalf of the people. He asserted that by adhering to Western parliamentary standards, the People's Party could demonstrate its commitment to international political norms over partisan interests.
Chaiyan expressed confidence that even if the immediate dissolution of the House of Representatives did not occur, the Prachachon Party would gain more popularity by fulfilling its duty. He reassured that this approach would dispel any suspicions of the party being secretly aligned with the Shinawatra family.