Bangkok: Pheu Thai Party has urged its Members of Parliament (MPs) to ensure their presence at the parliamentary session for the consideration of the draft budget bill for fiscal year 2026. The party is preparing to establish a public communication war room to prevent potential misinformation on social media platforms.
According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Danupon Punnakan, MP and spokesperson for the Pheu Thai Party, emphasized the importance of attendance at the upcoming extraordinary parliament session. This session will focus on the first reading of the budget bill, scheduled to commence on May 28, 2025. The day's agenda includes discussions on two draft bills and two royal decrees in the morning, followed by the budget bill in the afternoon. The voting process is anticipated to occur between 6:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. on May 31, barring any extended protests.
The party has designated 22 debaters to articulate its stance during the session. At a recent MP meeting, Mr. Pichai Chunhavajira, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, addressed concerns regarding the postponement of the 10,000 baht digital wallet economic stimulus project. He reassured MPs that the delay was temporary and contingent on economic conditions.
MPs also expressed concerns about the declining price of rice. Mr. Pichai assured them of discussions with the Ministry of Commerce to address agricultural product pricing issues. An invitation to the Budget Bureau was accepted, with over 40 officials set to participate in detailed budget discussions.
Dr. Surapong Suebwonglee, Chairman of the Soft Power Development Committee, engaged with MPs to explain the economic stimulation expected from the Soft Power project. The Pheu Thai Party is keen on ensuring that MPs actively partake in the budget meeting and aid in clarifying potential misunderstandings about budget allocations to the public.
The party plans to utilize its communication channels to counter opposition objections and prevent misinformation. The spokesperson reiterated the party's readiness for the upcoming budget discussions and confirmed that Mr. Pichai addressed inquiries about the 10,000 baht stimulus, assuring that the delay is temporary and the policy will be reconsidered as economic conditions improve.