Bangkok: "Teng" has voiced criticism over the ongoing political discord between the Legislative Assembly and the Administration, particularly after the Senate threatened to submit a request for the removal of Minister Thawee. He confirmed the existence of secret information from coalition parties and discussed individual ministers, expressing skepticism that any "people's MPs" have been involved in vote-buying to join the ministerial team. He also mocked Pheu Thai's inability to push policies due to the coalition parties.
According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Nattapong Ruangpanyawut, a party list MP and leader of the Prachachon Party, commented on the government's overall performance, highlighting a lack of unity. He pointed out the collapse of parliament during the first agenda of the constitution amendment as a significant issue. He revealed that information from various sources, including coalition parties, clearly indicates a lack of unity, which hampers the implementation of many policies announced to parliament.
Mr. Nattapong criticized the government's formation, describing it as a mistake from the start. He argued that the cross-pole coalition makes it difficult to push significant policies for the people. He believes the public is observing the growing cracks within the government due to the lack of support from coalition parties for announced policies.
Regarding the ongoing tension between the Senate and the Department of Special Investigation (DSI), Mr. Nattapong noted that the DSI is prosecuting cases related to collusion in senator selection, which he believes is in line with the legal process. He suggested that any information used in a no-confidence motion is part of the procedural framework and that it remains to be seen if such information will surface.
Mr. Nattapong emphasized that the conflict between the legislature and the executive branch indicates a perception that senators might be connected to coalition politics, despite their theoretical independence. He noted the public's desire for transparent politics and straightforward governance, rather than political retaliation.
On the potential submission of secret information for debate with Minister of Justice Pol. Col. Thawee Sodsong, Mr. Nattapong affirmed that the issue falls within the motion's framework, involving transparency, coalition disagreements, and significant public issues. He hinted that the details would emerge during the actual censure debate.
Discussing the preparation for the upcoming no-confidence debate, Mr. Nattapong revealed that it is nearly complete but withheld specifics about the debaters and issues to be discussed, urging the public to wait for the debate.
Addressing concerns over potential vote-buying during the no-confidence debate, Mr. Nattapong denied any involvement by the Prachachon Party, emphasizing that no MP from his party would vote against or be bought to support the government.
He clarified that opposition members cannot be punished for their votes, as opposition parties have the prerogative to vote as they see fit. He stressed that the public expects straightforward scrutiny from the opposition, not actions driven by political gain.
When questioned about the possibility of the Prachachon Party joining a new government, Mr. Nattapong firmly stated that it is implausible, reaffirming the party's commitment to remaining in opposition throughout the current parliamentary term.