Bangkok: Khunying Sudarat Keyuraphan, leader of the Thai Sang Thai Party, expressed that the results of the no-confidence motion against the government were anticipated. She highlighted the importance of maintaining the public's trust over parliamentary votes. Khunying Sudarat noted that the government's majority was bolstered by coalition parties' pre-announced support, despite ongoing accusations and doubts following the debates.
According to Thai News Agency, Khunying Sudarat stressed that the government must work with honesty and dedication to solve public issues rather than serving its own interests. She addressed the conduct of some Thai Sang Thai Party MPs who voted contrary to the opposition's resolution, suggesting their behavior had been evident for some time. The party had attempted to caution these individuals, but they chose a path against the party's ideology and ethical standards.
Khunying Sudarat declared the Thai Sang Thai Party's intention to take legal action against those committing serious ethical breaches. She urged the public to remember those who betrayed the party's principles, emphasizing the need for accountability in politics. She speculated that the MPs' votes might have been influenced by personal gains such as money or power, calling for investigations by the National Anti-Corruption Commission.
She criticized political parties engaging in vote-buying tactics, warning against the erosion of democratic values. Khunying Sudarat affirmed that the Thai Sang Thai Party is committed to 'creating honest politics' and will persevere in promoting transparency, integrity, and people-centric governance. Despite recent setbacks, she invited like-minded individuals to join the party in opposing corrupt political practices.
Khunying Sudarat concluded by stating that the party's recent experiences reflect its dedication to democratic ideals and its mission to foster honest politics. She called for structural adjustments within the party to ensure a committed team capable of advancing policies beneficial to the public.