Bangkok: "Wisut" expressed his aspiration to see the constitution amended and emphasized that Pheu Thai is not delaying the process. He highlighted that the motion to send the court to interpret the amendment of the 2013 Constitution by "Dr. Prem" remains pending in the parliament. The party is preparing to seek a resolution before presenting it to the parliament.
According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Wisut Chainarun, MP for the Pheu Thai Party list and chairman of the Government Coalition Coordination Committee, clarified that the motion initiated by Dr. Premsak Piayura, a Senate member, to seek the Constitutional Court's interpretation of the parliament's duties and powers under Section 210 has not been rejected. The joint parliament meeting intended to postpone the motion due to a lack of quorum, leaving it pending.
The Pheu Thai Party plans to hold discussions during their MP meeting and with senior party members. The aim is to decide whether to submit the motion for the Constitutional Court's interpretation in the party's name, thereby allowing the President of the National Assembly to include it in the agenda. The party seeks to deliberate internally first, as the issues differ from Dr. Premsak's, ensuring comprehensive discussion among MPs.
Mr. Wisut reiterated that Pheu Thai is not causing delays. He noted that the joint parliamentary meeting on February 13-14 would have led to the motion's dismissal if it proceeded. He stressed the importance of a Constitutional Court interpretation to prevent premature action. Upcoming parliamentary meetings will address changes to the ASEAN-Hong Kong free trade agreement and the ASEAN Food Safety Act, both requiring completion by March.
Regarding the constitutional amendment, the motion awaits the parliament president's scheduling for the next reading. Mr. Wisut remains optimistic about the amendment, acknowledging the media and public's awareness of their efforts, despite the challenges faced.