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House and Senate whips to discuss Pita’s re-nomination
AI In-brief 23 Sept 01:53

House and Senate whips to discuss Pita’s re-nomination

  • House and Senate whips are scheduled to meet to address the contentious re-nomination of Move Forward party leader Pita Limjaroenrat for Thailand's next prime minister.
  • The core of the dispute centers on parliamentary Rule 41, which states a failed motion cannot be resubmitted in the same session, with senators questioning if Pita's re-nomination falls under this rule.
  • While senators argue Rule 41 applies and would require approval for an exemption, the Move Forward party contends that the Constitution dictates Rule 41 cannot be applied to the selection of the prime minister.
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