Bangkok: “Wirote” has announced a readiness to support an “interim prime minister” if certain conditions are met, emphasizing the need to pass the 69 budget and dissolve the parliament, regardless of the individual or party involved.

According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Wiroj Lakkhanaadisorn, a party-list MP of the Prachachon Party, highlighted the urgency of appointing an interim prime minister to navigate the country’s current crisis. The focus, he stated, should not be on the identity or party affiliation of the prime minister. The primary condition is to dissolve the parliament and return power to the people after ensuring the passage of the 2016 budget to safeguard the economy and citizens’ livelihoods.

Wiroj elaborated that persisting with parliament dissolution as the sole solution might lead to a deadlock. The party seeks a resolution that prioritizes public interest and maintains the integrity of promises made to the populace. Should an interim prime minister be necessary to facilitate the budget and subsequent dissolution, the People’s Party is prepared to support this move, while reaffirming their stance against joining the government. They plan to initiate a referendum to form a Constituent Assembly (CA) to amend the 2017 constitution, a product of a past coup, in a meaningful way. The party is committed to ensuring democratic processes continue without resorting to coups.

In response to reports of discussions with Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul, leader of the Bhumjaithai Party, Wiroj clarified that the conditions have been transparently communicated. If Mr. Chaikasem Nitisiri agrees to these terms, the People’s Party will support him. The key steps include passing the 2016 budget, conducting a referendum alongside the election, and dissolving the parliament by year-end. The party remains willing to extend a helping hand if needed, to facilitate progress.

When asked about interactions with MPs involved in talks with Mr. Anutin, Wiroj acknowledged that political discussions are routine, emphasizing that conversations occurred to address call center issues, without any clandestine communications akin to those of others.