Bangkok: General Prawit Wongsuwan, leader of the Palang Pracharath Party, has emphasized the importance of patience as he prepares to lead a crucial censure debate. He reiterated his cryptic message, “Wait and listen, wait and listen,” when pressed about the specific issues he plans to address, sparking curiosity and anticipation among the public and political observers.
According to Thai News Agency, General Prawit’s role in the upcoming debate has garnered significant attention, particularly as party members and the public await his strategy and revelations. Palang Pracharath Party Secretary-General Paiboon Nititawan has indicated that the debate will cover key issues such as the Alpine land controversy, casinos, online gambling, and the 2001 MOU. Notably, two undisclosed issues are also expected to be addressed, with Mr. Paiboon stating that they pertain to the Prime Minister and may introduce new information.
General Prawit’s previous limited engagement in House of Representatives debates has led to skepticism regarding the depth of his information. However, Mr. Paiboon expressed confidence in General Prawit’s ability to conduct the debate with maturity and focus. He emphasized that the debate would highlight reasons for the opposition’s lack of confidence in the Prime Minister, while MPs will expand on specific issues.
The debate has also been marked by criticism from Mr. Songkram Kitlertpairoj, adviser to the prime minister, who challenged General Prawit to elaborate on the MOU 44. Mr. Paiboon responded by urging patience and suggested that any discrepancies would warrant an apology from Mr. Songkram.
As preparations continue, Mr. Paiboon assured that General Prawit is well-prepared and the debate will be concise, with Palang Pracharath Party allocating two hours for six debaters, including General Prawit. The identity of the other debaters remains undisclosed.
Amidst the debate preparations, the Palang Pracharath Party has recently removed Ms. Kanchana Changwat from her position as deputy secretary-general due to her involvement with the Kla Tham Party. The party awaits her voluntary resignation.
Post-debate, Mr. Paiboon indicated that issues raised may be submitted to the National Anti-Corruption Commission or the Constitutional Court, though the specific undisclosed issues are not included in this plan. He highlighted the collaborative efforts among opposition parties in contrast to the coalition’s apparent instability.
As the debate approaches, the Palang Pracharath Party remains focused on revealing insights into the Prime Minister’s leadership, with Mr. Paiboon hinting at a forthcoming slogan that captures the essence of their critique.
