Bangkok: Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, Phumtham Wechayachai, has reiterated Pheu Thai Party's commitment to amending the constitution to advance democratic principles. He expressed this commitment while responding to the Constitutional Court's ruling against a directly elected Constituent Assembly (CSA), which conflicts with the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between the Bhumjaithai Party and the Prachachon Party.
According to Thai News Agency, Phumtham emphasized that the public is aware of the developments surrounding the MOA for constitutional amendments. He raised concerns about potential public deception and highlighted the historical obstacles and limitations faced in the amendment process. Phumtham assured that Pheu Thai is dedicated to revising the constitutional process to foster a better democracy.
Phumtham, acting on behalf of the Prime Minister, expressed that the People's Party should not be misled regarding the MOA's implications. He remarked that Pheu Thai's commitment to amending the constitution aims to enhance democratic practices, even if achieving a completely democratic system is not feasible. He underscored this dedication during his tenure on the committee studying constitutional amendments, acknowledging the challenges that lie ahead.