Bangkok: "Natthapong" insists he is not distracted and is fully prepared to scrutinize the government's policies during the no-confidence debate. Nattapong affirmed that he is not distracted and is fully prepared to scrutinize the government's policies, even though the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) has filed charges against 44 MPs. He emphasized that he will not be complacent and will expedite the process before Songkran if someone tries to manipulate the system.
According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Nattapong Ruangpanyawut, leader of the People's Party, gave an interview before the first joint session of Parliament (first ordinary session of the year), stating that the party has prepared over 20 speakers for the debate on the government's policy statement. They will begin with issues that have the greatest impact on the public, including energy and environmental issues such as PM 2.5. The party also has speakers prepared for other relevant topics as well.
Regarding the preparation of the debate content, each opposition party will discuss the allocation of debate time according to their working style. However, the content itself will be prepared by each party.
When asked about the case of 44 former Move Forward Party MPs, whose case file will be submitted to the Supreme Court by the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) today, Mr. Nattapong said that it remains the same; they are waiting for clarity on the outcome. According to normal procedure, unless there is a rush, the court will issue a ruling after Songkran. Therefore, during these two days of debates, the People's Party MPs are not distracted and are ready to perform their duties to the best of their ability. However, they are not complacent in the event that someone tries to expedite the process, as the public is closely watching.
Regarding the sentiments of MPs within the party yesterday, when Mr. Thawiphip Limjitrakorn, an MP from Bangkok representing the People's Party, suggested that it might be his last debate in parliament, Mr. Nattapong stated that there have been ongoing discussions within the party. None of the 44 MPs named in the case are discouraged; they are ready to perform their duties in parliament to the fullest. He believes that if a political accident occurs, they will come together to work politically to create change and move forward in politics for the people.
The People's Party's general assembly is typically held once a year. The April meeting is a framework meeting; regardless of whether there are orders or not, the general assembly must conclude by the end of April.