Bangkok: A Senate standing committee on political development and public participation on Tuesday summoned the Election Commission (EC) and activists to clarify legal disputes following a chaotic vote-counting protest in Chonburi's District 1. The inquiry centers on the EC's decision to prosecute citizens who demanded a recount during the February 8 election. Attendees included representatives from the EC, lawyers from Thai Lawyers for Human Rights (TLHR), and affected citizens.

According to Thai News Agency, EC Deputy Secretary-General Khanchit Charoenin and Chonburi election officials provided testimony via video link. Committee Chairman Noraseth Prachyakorn stated the meeting aimed to ensure transparency as the public questions whether the EC's lawsuits are intended to silence critics. He emphasized the necessity for the EC to clearly explain which laws were violated and the specifics of the charge.