Opposition Files No-Confidence Motion Against Thai Prime Minister

[snoop1130]

Photo courtesy of The Nation

 

Amid rising political tensions, Opposition Leader Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut has sparked a fiery political debate by submitting a no-confidence motion against Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra. Criticising her for alleged incompetence and corruption, the motion filed under Section 151 of Thailand’s Constitution, aims to shake the foundation of Paetongtarn's leadership.

 

Natthaphong, heading the People's Party, has accused the Prime Minister of failing to manage the coalition government effectively. Highlighting Thailand’s dwindling economic performance, he argued, “The prime minister lacks the knowledge and the resolve to tackle national issues." He further accused Paetongtarn, 38, of appointing ministers based on political loyalties rather than merit.

 

A major point of contention is Paetongtarn’s supposed allowance of her father, former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra, to influence government matters. Natthaphong questioned her independence as a leader, citing her reliance on subordinates, a potential dereliction of duty.

 

This motion also focuses on alleged corruption, with Natthaphong vowing to reveal government mismanagement during a no-confidence debate, which could test the coalition’s endurance.

 

 

House Speaker Wan Muhamad Noor Matha acknowledged receipt of the motion, noting that it would undergo a procedural review within seven days. Any necessary amendments would be made before being presented to the government. The much-anticipated censure debate is set for March 24, with discussions on format and timing ongoing.

 

First Deputy Speaker Pichet Chuamuangphan will manage the debates, with the Speaker expressing optimism for a productive discourse beneficial to the public and political entities. Amid speculation that Thaksin might organise a response, the Speaker clarified that the censure debate is an internal matter among MPs and ministers, with legal avenues open to any external parties mentioned.

 

As politicians ramp up for the debate, the nation watches closely to see whether Paetongtarn will weather this storm or if it will mark a significant shift in Thailand’s political landscape, reported The Thaiger.

 

-- 2025-02-27

 

 

[MikeandDow]

 This guy is Totaly correct incompetence and corruption she does not know what is going on !!   They deported 40 Uyghur detainees who had been in the country for nearly 11 years,

Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra said she had not looked into the details of the matter
 

Phil Robertson, the Bangkok-based director of Asia Human Rights and Labour Advocates.

Has said Thailand should resign its seat on the UN Human Rights Council “to show responsibility for its outrageous and unacceptable action”.

Who is running this country !!  its not the Shinawatra


 

[Pouatchee]

No-Confidence Motion Against Thai Prime Minister -->  'tis 'bout time

 

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A major point of contention is Paetongtarn’s supposed allowance of her father, former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra, to influence government matters. 

 

as if no one knew... this clown is supposed to be sidelined, yet...

[hotchilli]

13 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

Amid rising political tensions, Opposition Leader Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut has sparked a fiery political debate by submitting a no-confidence motion against Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra. Criticising her for alleged incompetence and corruption, the motion filed under Section 151 of Thailand’s Constitution, aims to shake the foundation of Paetongtarn's leadership.

No confidence in her as PM as her father is clearly in control... how can a puppet purport to be a leader?

[newbee2022]

14 hours ago, MikeandDow said:

 This guy is Totaly correct incompetence and corruption she does not know what is going on !!   They deported 40 Uyghur detainees who had been in the country for nearly 11 years,

Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra said she had not looked into the details of the matter
 

Phil Robertson, the Bangkok-based director of Asia Human Rights and Labour Advocates.

Has said Thailand should resign its seat on the UN Human Rights Council “to show responsibility for its outrageous and unacceptable action”.

Who is running this country !!  its not the Shinawatra


 

Paetongtarn met Xi a couple of days ago.

I'm sure Xi asked her to get "his people" HOME.

Mission accomplished.

Sad indeed.