Bangkok: The Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP) has raised concerns over politicians attempting to retain power until September 9, undermining the rule of law and political systems. A spokesman for the PPRP accused certain political figures of using all possible means to hold onto power for personal and familial benefit.
According to Thai News Agency, Pol. Lt. Gen. Piya Tawichai, a spokesman for PPRP, expressed his satisfaction with Mr. Natthaphong Ruangpanyawut, leader of the People's Party, for supporting Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul, leader of the Bhumjaithai Party, as Prime Minister and signing a five-point agreement. He described this as a new democratic approach, contrasting it with the questionable tactics of some political parties, which he claims damage the democratic system.
Pol. Lt. Gen. Piya also addressed the recent Constitutional Court decision to remove former Prime Minister Ms. Paethongtarn Shinawatra from office due to ethical violations and prohibited characteristics under Section 160 (5) of the Constitution. This decision mandates the removal of the entire cabinet, as stipulated in the Constitution, ceasing their ministerial status unless justified by legal necessity.
The spokesman highlighted that the functioning House of Representatives had neither violated laws nor the democratic system, thus refuting the need to dissolve Parliament. He criticized the Pheu Thai Party's inability to secure support and its attempts to cling to power until September 9, which he argues is intended to influence upcoming legal proceedings.
Pol. Lt. Gen. Piya also refuted claims by Mr. Phumtham and others that they retain ministerial authority, emphasizing that the Constitutional Court's ruling necessitates the removal of all ministers. The spokesman cautioned against submitting a problematic royal request, urging adherence to established guidelines to avoid causing irritation to the monarchy.