Bangkok: “Prit” has expressed concerns about the potential dissolution of Parliament before a censure debate, arguing that such a move is against the Constitution’s intentions.

According to Thai News Agency, Prita criticized the idea of dissolving Parliament on December 12, likening it to a contractor abandoning a project to avoid scrutiny. He emphasized that the Constitution does not support dissolving Parliament to sidestep a censure debate and respected the Pheu Thai Party’s right to submit a no-confidence motion.

Mr. Panusaya Wacharasindhu, a spokesperson for the Prachachon Party, addressed Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul’s readiness to dissolve Parliament if a no-confidence motion is filed. He compared the Prime Minister’s stance to a contractor avoiding responsibility, stating that such a dissolution would not positively impact public perception, especially with elections approaching. Panusaya argued that the Prime Minister should not use his power to dissolve Parliament to avoid scrutiny, despite ongoing legal debates.

Panusaya outlined the People’s Party’s conditions for submitting a no-confidence motion, which include Parliament not being dissolved by January 31, 2026, completion of constitutional amendments before year’s end, and the implementation of policies deemed damaging to the public. He emphasized the legitimate right of other parties to submit motions under Section 151 and expressed readiness to perform their duties in Parliament.

When questioned about a potential breach of agreement between the Bhumjaithai Party and the Prachachon Party, Panusaya pointed to the memorandum of agreement’s main points: dissolution of Parliament by January 31, 2026, and a push for constitutional amendments. He stated that failing to address these in a referendum would breach the MOA’s terms.

Panusaya suggested that the Prime Minister’s comments might be a political signal but reiterated that dissolving Parliament would not benefit the Prime Minister’s candidacy. He emphasized the People’s Party’s commitment to using the no-confidence debate mechanism to oversee the minority government’s commitments under the MOA.

The People’s Party’s mission includes pushing for a new constitution with the cooperation of all parties. Panusaya acknowledged that the Pheu Thai Party has the right to decide on the timing and nature of a no-confidence motion, respecting their independent decision-making.