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No-confidence debate scheduled for December 7–11
Chuan says Democrats need a resolution to join Pheu Thai coalition
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AI In-brief13 Sept 08:07
Chuan says Democrats need a resolution to join Pheu Thai coalition
Former Democrat party leader Chuan Leekpai insists the party must pass a formal resolution to join the Pheu Thai-led coalition, adhering to party regulations.
Another former leader, Banyat Bantadtan, advises focusing on rebuilding the party's image and popularity instead of joining the coalition, citing historical opposition to the Thaksin regime.
The Democrat party is currently divided, with a north-eastern faction favoring joining the coalition, even sending a member to meet Thaksin Shinawatra, while the party itself denies involvement in the meeting.
The party is struggling to elect a new leader and executive committee, as a recent general meeting lacked the necessary quorum, further delaying crucial decisions regarding its political future.
AI In-brief28 Oct 17:48
No-confidence debate scheduled for December 7–11
A no-confidence debate is scheduled from December 7 to 11, allocating four days for debate and one day for voting.
This timeframe is a compromise, providing 72 hours for debate, with the opposition receiving 51 hours to target 18 ministers, including the prime minister.