Bangkok: “Sirikanlaya” is waiting to welcome the new opposition party, saying that they will fight each other fiercely. Sirikanya is anticipating the emergence of new opposition parties, noting that as the deadline approaches, the opposition’s bargaining power is expected to increase. She believes that the State Audit Office’s warning regarding the potential legal violations in distributing money is part of an internal political maneuver. She highlighted the likelihood of ongoing political skirmishes until the election, given the government’s slim majority, and stressed the importance of keeping her party members resolute.

According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Sirikanya Tansakul, an MP for the party list and deputy leader of the Prachachon Party, commented on an urgent letter from the Office of the Auditor General (OAG) to the Director-General of the Department of Local Administration. The letter cautioned that the proposed 157 billion baht economic stimulus budget lacked thoroughness and could lead to the seeking of undue benefits. Ms. Sirikanya suggested that the issue primarily serves as a warning from the OAG and emphasized the need for careful consideration. She indicated that irregularities might surface, especially within the Ministry of Interior, concentrated in provinces with MPs from the Ministry. She stated that the situation would continue to be monitored until the proposal passes through the screening committee, at which point further investigation would be warranted.

When questioned about the political nature of the warnings, Ms. Sirikanya acknowledged the possibility, citing recent heated events, including the National Anti-Corruption Commission’s (NACC) decision to withdraw a drought project from the 2025 central budget. Additionally, the Budget Bureau issued letters to local administrative organizations nationwide to temporarily halt the project. She interpreted the situation as a political showdown, which she described as beneficial for the public, although the ultimate outcome remains uncertain. She emphasized that any final agreement should reflect necessity and fairness, rather than mere negotiation and division between parties.

Ms. Sirikanya noted the apparent division within the government and expressed anticipation for the forthcoming resolution regarding potential new alliances within the opposition. She affirmed that an increase in the opposition’s numbers could be advantageous, enhancing their bargaining power and bringing them closer to the government.

In response to inquiries about potential political maneuvering, Ms. Sirikanya questioned whether “snakes” would be bought to negotiate with the government or if the political market would open before the election. She emphasized the need for her party’s MPs to remain steadfast, adhering to political ideology and principles, and not be swayed by external influences.