Bangkok: Wuttichai Kalyanamitra has confirmed that the Senate is prepared to engage in efforts to amend the Constitution, which is currently seen as a political hurdle. He emphasized the necessity of adhering to the Constitutional Court's ruling and indicated a willingness to accept the principles of three proposed drafts for further deliberation at the National Legislative Assembly (NLA) committee level.
According to Thai News Agency, Senator Wuttichai Kalyanamitra detailed the Senate's position regarding the upcoming parliamentary session on October 14-15. The session will address the draft amendment to Section 256 of the Constitution proposed by the Pheu Thai, Prachachon, and Bhumjaithai parties, aiming to facilitate the creation of a new constitution. Wuttichai confirmed the Senate's readiness to amend certain sections of the Constitution that present political challenges, while ensuring compliance with the Constitutional Court's ruling, which is binding on all entities. He noted that ninety percent of senators agreed not to alter Sections 1 and 2 of the Constitution.
In discussing the origins of the Constituent Assembly (CSA) responsible for drafting the new constitution, Wuttichai assured there were no concerns from the Senate. He reiterated that they must adhere to the Constitutional Court's directive, which mandates that Parliament selects the CSA members.
Regarding the Senate's stance on voting to accept the three bills from the Pheu Thai, Prachachon, and Bhumjaithai parties in principle during the first reading, Wuttichai stated that a preliminary review showed no apparent issues. However, he noted that the specifics would be examined in detail during the committee stage.