Bangkok: Mr. Yotsanan Wongswasdi, a Pheu Thai Party list MP, has announced that the names of prospective ministers have been submitted, and their qualifications have been thoroughly checked. He emphasized the need for a comprehensive restructuring of the energy system in response to the ongoing oil crisis, highlighting the importance of integrating efforts across all ministries to maximize benefits.
According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Yotsanan spoke about the Pheu Thai Party's plan to propose a formal discussion on energy management in the House of Representatives. This proposal is part of the party's long-standing efforts to address energy issues. The meeting aims to prepare for energy management strategies, a topic that has been under consideration by the party for some time.
Mr. Yotsanan stated that addressing the energy crisis requires collaboration beyond individual ministries, with each ministry playing distinct roles over short, medium, and long-term periods. He described the atmosphere within the coalition government as one of continuous discussion, emphasizing the necessity of a joint effort to tackle the crisis effectively.
He further explained that a complete restructuring of Thailand's energy sector is necessary for long-term solutions. This involves identifying pressing needs and addressing them strategically. Given the limited budgets, integrated budget management during the crisis is essential for maximizing benefits and addressing basic necessities.
Mr. Yotsanan also commented on the potential impact of the energy crisis on the new government, acknowledging that any issue taken on by the coalition partners must be handled with utmost dedication. He confirmed that the qualifications of all prospective Pheu Thai ministers had been thoroughly verified.