NLA passes amendments to give King discretion on designation of regent

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NLA passes amendments to give King discretion on designation of regent

By KASAMAKORN CHANWANPEN,
OLARN LERTRAATANDAMRONGKUL
THE NATION

 

THE NATIONAL Legislative Assembly (NLA) passed an amendment to the 2014 Interim Charter yesterday in three consecutive readings that will allow the King discretion on the designation of a regent in the event of his absence from the country, or if he is incapable of performing his duties.

 

The move will also allow the prime minister to reacquire the draft charter, approved in the August 7 referendum, from the King – and amend it to the same effect.

 

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