New opposition leader takes the helm after party collapse

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People’s Party leader Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut has officially taken on the role of opposition leader, following a royal command issued by His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua.

 

This appointment, made on September 25, marks the beginning of a crucial chapter for Natthaphong and the People’s Party, as they step into the role of holding the government to account.

 

The royal command, which was countersigned by Parliament President Wan Muhamad Noor Matha, was published in the Royal Gazette on Tuesday, October 1, solidifying Natthaphong’s appointment as the opposition leader.

The statement referred to Article 106 of the Constitution, which empowers the king to appoint the leader of the largest opposition party once the prime minister delivers the government’s policy statement. PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra presented the government’s policies on September 12 and 13, paving the way for this appointment.

 

The People’s Party, which Natthaphong leads, was formed in the wake of the Move Forward Party’s dissolution on August 7. The Constitutional Court ruled that the now-defunct MFP had violated constitutional provisions by allegedly attempting to undermine the monarchy. Following the court’s decision, all MFP MPs joined the newly formed People’s Party, with Natthaphong taking the helm.

 

During the formal ceremony in Parliament, Natthaphong paid respects to the king’s portrait while receiving the royal command. Deputy House Speaker Paradorn Prissananthakul, representing the coalition leader Bhumjaithai Party, congratulated him with a bouquet. Though not all People’s Party MPs were present, many were on hand to offer their well-wishes to their new leader, reported The Nation.

 

By Puntid Tantivangphaisal

Photo courtesy of The Nation

 

Source: The Thaiger

-- 2024-10-03

 

 

[Artisi]

The party didn't collapse, it was criminally screwed over by the Mob. 

Edited 2 hours ago by Artisi

[Hunz Kittisak]

Let’s take bets how long is this party going to last before dissolution