Bangkok: Reserve senators have urged the public to investigate the qualifications of Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul in connection with the Senate collusion case. Concerns have been raised over potential interference in the case, as it was revealed that the process was hindered by an unnamed party and that a network was influencing parliament. Meanwhile, Viroj has highlighted four issues for scrutiny, including the potential connection between the prospective Justice Minister and Prasat Sai Fah.
According to Thai News Agency, a group of reserve senators, led by Thanawat Srisuj, submitted a letter to Natthaphong Ruangpanyawut, leader of the Prachachon Party, through Wiroj Lakkhanaadisorn, the deputy leader of the party. They requested an investigation into Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul's constitutional disqualification due to his alleged involvement in the senator collusion case.
Thanawat expressed concerns about the senator-collusion case, highlighting possible interference. He noted that DSI officials had traveled to various provinces to interview 1,200 witnesses, but were halted by an unseen force. As of September 16, all officials have returned.
The case is considered a security matter, with claims that it involves more than corruption and impacts the state structure and national stability. A network controlling legislative and executive power was purportedly established in violation of the Constitution, potentially breaching Sections 113 and 114 of the Criminal Code, which address rebellion and government overthrow. The investigation by the 26th committee has been delayed, a matter for the Secretary-General of the Election Commission. Thanawat emphasized the need to discuss and seek opinions from the Prachachon Party, as the opposition leader, expressing concerns about potential delays and interference in the case. More than a year has passed with no progress, according to Thanawat.
Mr. Wiroj stated that the People's Party is monitoring the case for any interference or obstruction attempts regarding Senate election fraud or the Senate collusion case. The initial focus is on the appointment of the Minister of Justice and the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) under his supervision. Wiroj emphasized that if the Minister of Justice is affiliated with the Thunder Castle or the Bhumjaithai Party, the case will be closely watched, as these parties are also facing accusations.
Wiroj reiterated the importance of appointing a suitable and impartial Minister of Justice to reassure society of no interference in the justice process. He noted complaints about pressure on civil servants, including the Director-General of the DSI, highlighting the need for further investigation into direct or indirect pressure. The appointment and transfer of civil servants within the DSI and the issuance of regulations related to documents and orders within the DSI are among the key issues monitored by the Prachachon Party's team. Wiroj expressed willingness to collaborate with reserve senators and other networks, affirming that if clear evidence and a no-confidence debate arise, he will take full action.
"If the evidence clearly leads to a no-confidence debate, how will the People's Party decide? If the evidence clearly points to collusion and indeed links the Bhumjaithai Party, as assumed, we cannot trust the Bhumjaithai Party to continue as the government," stated Mr. Wiroj.