19-7-2023 (BANGKOK) Pita has called on his colleagues to utilize the parliament as a platform to address the needs of the people.
In a heartfelt statement, the parliamentarian expressed his firm belief that Thailand has experienced a profound transformation and will never revert to its previous state before May 14. While acknowledging a victory achieved thus far, he emphasized that there is still much to be accomplished in the future.
Regrettably, due to unforeseen circumstances, the parliamentarian is no longer able to fulfill his duties. However, he humbly implores his fellow parliamentarians to remain steadfast in supporting one another and continuing their dedicated service to the nation.
19-7-2023 (BANGKOK) Pheu Thai Member of Parliament, Chaturon Chaisang, has firmly asserted that parliamentary regulations hold no authority over the country’s supreme law, the charter. Chaisang expressed his support for the renomination of Pita Limjaroenrat for the prime minister seat.
The contentious issue has arisen as the Senate and the previous ruling coalition contend that the renomination would violate Regulation 41, which explicitly prohibits the resubmission of a previously rejected petition.
In contrast, Chaturon argued that the nomination of Pita Limjaroenrat is not subject to Regulation 41, as it falls under Regulation 136, outlined in both Article 272 and Article 159 of the constitution.
19-7-2023 (BANGKOK) The Constitutional Court has suspended Move Forward Party leader and prime ministerial candidate Pita Limjaroenrat from his duties as an elected member of the House of Representatives. The decision was made following the court’s acceptance of a complaint regarding Mr Pita’s inherited shareholding in defunct media company iTV Plc.
The constitution prohibits parliamentarians from holding stocks in media organizations, leading to allegations that Mr Pita’s ownership of 42,000 shares in iTV Plc was in violation of parliamentary regulations. Mr Pita has defended himself, claiming that the shares were part of his late father’s estate, which he managed as the executor and have since been transferred to relatives.
The suspension has raised concerns over the impact it will have on the country’s political landscape, particularly since Mr Pita is a prime ministerial candidate. However, the suspension does not prevent him from being nominated as prime minister, which was also being debated in the joint sitting on Wednesday.
19-7-2023 (BANGKOK) Today, the Constitutional Court is set to announce its verdict on Pita Limjaroenrat’s qualification as a member of parliament.
The ruling will determine Pita Limjaroenrat’s eligibility to hold a seat in the parliament.
19-7-2023 (BANGKOK) Deliberations in the parliamentary session have been delayed for almost two hours as the parliamentarians engage in a heated argument over the renomination of Pita, with concerns raised over its compliance with parliamentary regulations.
The debate, which was scheduled to address this very issue, has been stalled as the lawmakers struggle to come to a consensus on whether or not to proceed with the motion. The situation has created a tense atmosphere in the parliament, with both sides unwilling to budge from their positions.
19-7-2023 (BANGKOK) Pheu Thai MP Suthin Klangsaeng took the initiative to nominate Pita for the prime ministerial position during the parliamentary session.
However, both the Senate and the Ruam Thai Sang Chart Party have raised objections, contending that the renomination goes against the established regulations of the parliament, which prohibit the submission of a repeated petition.
19-7-2023 (BANGKOK) The eight-party alliance vying to form Thailand’s next government has put forward Move Forward leader Pita Limjaroenrat as their candidate for prime minister as the joint session of parliament commenced on Wednesday.
This marks Pita’s second attempt to secure the endorsement of the bicameral legislature after facing defeat in his initial bid last Thursday.
At 9:38 am, Pheu Thai officially renominated Pita to parliament, but the United Thai Nation Party swiftly raised objections, citing parliamentary regulations that prohibit the resubmission of a failed motion during the same session.
Despite the challenge, key members of the Move Forward Party remain adamant about the legality of Pita’s renomination.
The Move Forward Party emerged victorious in the May 14 general election, securing 151 House seats, while the Pheu Thai Party followed closely with 141 seats. These two parties play a pivotal role within the eight-party alliance.
In response to recent comments from key figures within Pheu Thai, who expressed concern over the prolonged process of Pita’s renomination, the party announced its alternative candidate for prime minister: Srettha Thavisin, one of its prime ministerial contenders.
Earlier, Mr. Pita pledged to step aside for Pheu Thai unless he managed to secure at least 10% more votes than he obtained in the initial round of the prime ministerial vote on July 13.
