Bangkok: Pakornwut Udompipatsakul, a prominent party-list MP for the Prachachon Party and chairman of the House of Representatives' Coordinating Committee on Opposition Parties, has reiterated his commitment to not rushing constitutional amendments at the expense of addressing the people's livelihoods. He calls on opposition parties and the coalition government to focus on passing essential legislation within the available four-month window. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Pakornwut highlighted that the current legislative agenda includes critical bills such as the Fisheries Act and the Bankruptcy Act, which are in various stages of completion. The Clean Air Act is also on the docket, requiring extensive review due to its complexity. Additionally, local laws concerning personnel administration and the establishment of administrative organizations will be scrutinized, alongside regulations affecting local elections. Mr. Pakornwut further explained that despite no formal discussions, there is an understand ing of the minority status of the current government, necessitating coordination with the Pheu Thai Party. The Bhumjaithai Party, being a minority, has sought input from the opposition to ensure parliamentary functionality. The collaboration among political parties aims to prioritize legislation beneficial to the public within the remaining legislative term. Addressing the anticipated constitutional amendments, Mr. Pakornwut noted that while the draft constitution is straightforward, complications have arisen due to the Constitutional Court's interventions. Nevertheless, he remains optimistic, citing a cooperative atmosphere among political parties, which have agreed to form a special team to navigate legal challenges. He mentioned the possibility of amending a single article to expedite the process, with the Cabinet and Parliament playing pivotal roles. In response to concerns about prioritizing constitutional amendments over immediate livelihood issues, Mr. Pakornwut assured that resources would not be mo nopolized by a single issue. He emphasized the legitimacy issues stemming from the 2017 constitution, asserting that its amendment is crucial for political stability and effective governance. He advocates for a concurrent approach to addressing constitutional and livelihood matters, ensuring that all beneficial initiatives are pursued simultaneously.
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