The Constitutional Court has announced that Thailand's Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin’s impeachment hearing will take place on June 18, following a lawsuit filed by 40 senators.

 

These senators, reportedly loyal to Palang Pracharath leader Prawit Wongsuwan and former coup leader Prayut Chan-o-cha, accuse Thavisin of violating the constitution and political ethics.

 

Specifically, they object to Thavisin's appointment of Pichit Chuenban, a former lawyer for Pheu Thai party leader Thaksin Shinawatra, as a minister in the Prime Minister’s Office.

 

This impeachment case has drawn significant public interest due to the high-profile figures involved and the potential political repercussions.

 

Chuenban’s appointment in April has been particularly controversial given his close ties to Thaksin Shinawatra, a polarising figure in Thai politics. Critics argue that this move undermines the integrity of the political process and breaches ethical standards.

 

The Constitutional Court is treating the case with urgency, ordering both sides to submit their evidence by June 17, just a day before the formal hearing. This swift timeline indicates the matter's perceived severity and the need for a prompt resolution. 

 

In parallel, the Constitutional Court is also handling another significant case involving the Move Forward Party. The Election Commission has sought the party's dissolution, and additional evidence must be submitted by June 17, with hearings also set for June 18.

 

These cases, both set to be heard on the same day, signal a critical juncture for Thai politics. The outcomes could reshape the political landscape, affecting everything from party alignments to public confidence in the political system.

 

With the Constitutional Court in the spotlight, all eyes will be on these pivotal decisions and their implications for Thailand’s political future.

 

Picture courtesy: Thai Post

 

-- 2024-06-13

 

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3 hours ago, webfact said:

These senators, reportedly loyal to Palang Pracharath leader Prawit Wongsuwan and former coup leader Prayut Chan-o-cha, accuse Thavisin of violating the constitution and political ethics.

I wonder if the twp P's are plotting against Srettha and Thaksin to up-set the apple cart.

3 hours ago, webfact said:

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin’s impeachment hearing will take place on June 18,

 

June 18 ...

Thaksin will appear in court to listen to his lese majeste charges ,

The same day the Constitutional Court has an important hearing about evidence regarding MFP' future ,

and Sretthas impeachment hearing ...

all on the same day ... anyway , the show goes on , will be interesting .

1 hour ago, nobodysfriend said:

 

June 18 ...

Thaksin will appear in court to listen to his lese majeste charges ,

The same day the Constitutional Court has an important hearing about evidence regarding MFP' future ,

and Sretthas impeachment hearing ...

all on the same day ... anyway , the show goes on , will be interesting .

 

June 18th could become a new 'Democracy Day'

6 minutes ago, Tropicalevo said:

 

June 18th could become a new 'Democracy Day'

 

Or we could see some tanks roll around Bangkok. Overdue now.

31 minutes ago, Karma80 said:

 

Or we could see some tanks roll around Bangkok. Overdue now.

Yeah, it´s long time since the tanks now. The military is restless. 

Boot him out, and lock him up, for posing as the PM. He is a fraud. An imposter.

General question…. Political… Did anyone in the Thai public vote for Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin???  

5 hours ago, hotchilli said:

I wonder if the twp P's are plotting against Srettha and Thaksin to up-set the apple cart.

The only thing that would surprise me about those two and the military would be if there were no more military coups.

41 minutes ago, Hotpepper53 said:

General question…. Political… Did anyone in the Thai public vote for Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin???  

IIRC in Thailand nobody actually votes for the PM. Unless the winning party gets  the majority of seats in Parliament they need to form a coalition with other parties to gain the majority.

 

If they cannot form a coalition within a certain time period, then the party who came second get a chance to form a coalition. If they are successful then that coalition becomes the government.

 

Unfortunately under the last military coup government  rewrote the Thai constitution (they usually do) and gave the power to select the PM to the senate, who do as they are told.

 

Hence, of the 3 candidates submitted, Srettha was selected. The Thai people had no voice, choice or power in the matter.

 

I may have missed out or forgotten things but I am sure that somebody will correct me if I have.

Exactly….
That’s why I asked…

you have explained it perfectly…

they have subverted the will of the people…

the previous administration’s manipulation of the senate/constitution…

who apparently is still control…