Pheu Thai Criticised for Limiting Paetongtarn's Role in Censure Debate

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Paetongtarn Shinawatra. Picture courtesy PPTV HD 35

 

The Pheu Thai party, a key component of Thailand's current coalition government, has come under fire for its decision to limit Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra's involvement in an upcoming censure debate. The debate, set to take place later this month, will see Paetongtarn as the primary focus of scrutiny from the opposition.

 

Concerns have been raised by opposition figures, particularly from the People's Party, about Pheu Thai's decision to allocate only a single day for the debate. This move suggests a lack of confidence in Paetongtarn's ability to endure prolonged scrutiny, according to People's whip and MP Pakamon Nunanand.

 

The opposition had hoped for a more extensive debate, spanning a few days, to allow thorough examination of Paetongtarn’s leadership.

 

Critics argue that Pheu Thai’s decision reflects a fear that an extended debate could lead Paetongtarn to make errors under pressure. They suggest that the party is concerned about her potential vulnerability to tough questioning and her perceived dependency on her father, Thaksin Shinawatra, the party’s influential figure.

 

The censure motion against Paetongtarn accuses her of being "unqualified and incompetent" to lead the country. It also controversially suggests that she acts as a "puppet" of her father, who has a significant sway within the party. The debate, currently scheduled for 24th March, is expected to spark intense exchanges, focusing on these allegations.

 

Chief government whip and Pheu Thai MP Wisut Chaiyanarun confirmed the decision to keep the debate to a single day, despite opposition hopes for a longer session. Wisut hinted that any attempts to frequently involve Paetongtarn’s father in the debate could lead to objections from coalition MPs, who view such tactics as potentially unnecessary.

 

As the censure debate approaches, the Pheu Thai party's strategy and the criticism it draws highlight the challenges faced by Paetongtarn amidst Thailand's complex political landscape, reported Thai Newsroom.

 

-- 2025-03-03

 

 

[jippytum]

She needs protection. Too much exposure to scrutiny will expose how much of a puppet she is even with her father on speed dial. 

[MikeandDow]

This totally unelected goverment is running for cover, ( Critics argue that Pheu Thai’s decision reflects a fear that an extended debate could lead Paetongtarn to make errors under pressure) wont take much !!

[PETERTHEEATER]

Motion, in the medical sense, describes it nicely.

[lordgrinz]

She has no power, no position, other than to listen and obey her Daddy's every wish.

[Peabody]

4 hours ago, webfact said:

...Pheu Thai’s decision reflects a fear that an extended debate could lead Paetongtarn to make errors under pressure. They suggest that the party is concerned about her potential vulnerability to tough questioning and her perceived dependency on her father, Thaksin Shinawatra, the party’s influential figure.

The censure motion against Paetongtarn accuses her of being "unqualified and incompetent" to lead the country. It also controversially suggests that she acts as a "puppet" of her father, who has a significant sway within the party.

The irony is strong with this one!  🙂

[kingstonkid]

Can they not continue the process with her in absentia asking the deputy anutin to explain for her LoL 

[hotchilli]

5 hours ago, webfact said:

Concerns have been raised by opposition figures, particularly from the People's Party, about Pheu Thai's decision to allocate only a single day for the debate. This move suggests a lack of confidence in Paetongtarn's ability to endure prolonged scrutiny, according to People's whip and MP Pakamon Nunanand.

Still tied to Daddy's shoe strings

[lordgrinz]

The only way she can even remotely convince her critics, is to publicly denounce her father, and to force him to shut his mouth and remove his ability to travel for any political purposes. Since there is no chance in Hell of that ever happening, she is guilty as charged.

 

5 hours ago, webfact said:

her potential vulnerability to tough questioning and her perceived dependency on her father, Thaksin Shinawatra

.....accuses her of being "unqualified and incompetent" to lead the country. It also controversially suggests that she acts as a "puppet" of her father, who has a significant sway within the party. 

 

[bamnutsak]

Nepo Baby.