Bangkok: In a significant development, Mr. Wisut Chainarun, a Pheu Thai Party-list Member of Parliament and the Chairman of the Government Coalition Coordination Committee, has confirmed the withdrawal of the "Entertainment Complex Draft" from parliamentary consideration on July 9. This move aims to pave the way for further discussions on amnesty and constitutional amendments, while the Pheu Thai Party remains firm on not altering Chapters 1-2 of the constitution.
According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Wisut emphasized that the decision to withdraw the bill was not made out of fear but to address public concerns and dispel rumors. He clarified that there is no loss of face involved, as the government has always been receptive to public apprehensions. Mr. Wisut urged those intending to congregate to refrain from doing so, as the bill's withdrawal is certain.
Regarding future proposals on the matter, Mr. Wisut stated that he cannot predict the future, citing past experiences with the amnesty issue. He stressed the importance of forgiveness and unity for the country's progress, indicating that the amnesty law should be brought to parliament to prevent conflicts and promote harmony.
Mr. Wisut addressed the consistency required from politicians, urging them to align their words with actions. He remarked that any opposition to the withdrawal should be reconsidered, as previous calls for withdrawal should be honored without resistance.
When questioned about potential opposition backlash, Mr. Wisut highlighted the necessity for cooperative problem-solving beyond mere rhetoric. He assured that following the withdrawal of the Entertainment Complex Bill, the Amnesty Bill would be prioritized for consideration.
Regarding the opposition's constitutional amendment draft, Mr. Wisut refrained from commenting due to a lack of details. He emphasized that any amendments should be approached with sincerity and align with the overall goal of constitutional reform, though the Pheu Thai Party will not support changes to Sections 1 and 2.
Mr. Wisut concluded that while the Pheu Thai Party supports constitutional amendments, they remain steadfast in their stance against altering Sections 1 and 2, indicating possible divergent approaches but a shared objective for constitutional reform.