In a bold legislative move, Chaturon Chaisang, a Pheu Thai Party luminary and member of Parliament, is championing a bill set to wipe away a slew of orders issued by the now-defunct National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO). This legislative endeavor, years in the making, promises to set a fresh agenda when Parliament opens its doors for the upcoming session.
Heading the Parliamentary committee tasked with sifting through these bygone NCPO directives, Chaturon shared fascinating insights on April 10. After engaging in exhaustive discussions over seven months, the committee has meticulously evaluated 23 NCPO orders deemed neither necessary nor appropriate, mirroring the Cabinet’s wise counsel. Now, with speeches prepared for the chamber, Chaturon feels this legislative act is ready to thrive in its second and third readings. His confidence isn’t unfounded; he sees no hurdles in garnering the approval of both the House of Representatives and the Senate.
But Chaturon isn’t done yet. His visionary plans might eventually see up to 55 NCPO orders meet their legislative demise. Meanwhile, 22 orders linger under the committee’s magnifying glass, requiring an intricate dance of collaboration with government entities and civil society forces.
Among the orders earmarked for repeal are particularly contentious ones, like NCPO Order 49/2014, which audaciously tilted the scale against political support. Chaturon, steadfast in his constitutional convictions, argues these measures trample on the heart of civil liberties and the precious right to peaceful assembly. As reported by the Bangkok Post, the convolution and technical nature of the 22 remaining orders keep them on the legislative shelf, some interwoven with broader administrative policies or demanding new laws as replacements.
To truly unearth the NCPO’s legacy, Chaturon calls for unyielding cooperation, threading together the government, its ministers, and Parliament. In other captivating political theatre, the Bhumjaithai Party is quelling rumors of a split with coalition powerhouse, Pheu Thai. Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra’s recent jaunt to Buriram province sparked chatter, yet the party vigorously maintains it was a mere workshop on provincial upliftment. The fact that Newin Chidchob, the party’s co-founder, rolled out the red carpet for the Prime Minister at the high-octane Chang International Circuit only amplifies the intrigue. There, the much-admired “Buriram Model” was showcased as a template for future development.
With Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and Deputy Interior Minister Sabeeda Thaised flanking her, the Prime Minister assured the assembly this wasn’t political maneuvering. The Bhumjaithai Party proudly declares its doors wide-open to political visitors from all shades of the spectrum while reaffirming its unbreakable alliance.
As the political scene hums with such developments, elsewhere across Thailand, headlines capture moments of mystery, celebration, and the unexpected. From whispers of a notorious cop-killer on the run to the IMF nudging Thailand to shoulder its economic burdens with a helping hand, tales from across the kingdom weave an ever-enchanting tapestry.
It’s about time someone challenges these oppressive NCPO orders. They were damaging to our rights from the beginning!
I disagree. Stability was more important than anything after the coup.
Stability shouldn’t come at the cost of personal freedoms though. It’s a delicate balance.
You might feel that way, but try looking at the infrastructure achievements back then.
Repealing these orders is going to cause more harm than good. We’re not ready for another political shake-up.
Better now than never. Changes like this are essential for democratic progress.
Chaturon must be after something more than just repealing orders, possibly a power move in disguise.
Or maybe he’s genuinely concerned about our civil liberties.
That would be optimistic given the history of politicians here.
The NCPO orders kept crime rates low and economic growth stable. What more do people want?
It’s a sign of a healthy democracy when we can debate and possibly repeal past regulations. Kudos to Chaturon!
True, but only if it results in genuine progress and not regression.
That’s a fair point. It’s crucial to monitor the outcomes of these changes.
Can’t wait to see how the coalition handles this. Could lead to more political drama!
Drama or not, it’s necessary to address these outdated orders.
I did not know politics could be so intriguing. The whole ‘Buriram Model’ sounds intriguing!
Civil liberties are overrated, maintaining order is more important.
That mindset is exactly why dictatorships can thrive!
I think it’s good to challenge existing power structures. Keeps everyone in check.
The IMF’s involvement is what worries me the most. What are they expecting from us in return?
They’ve always got an agenda. It could be more debt or control.
Chaturon is definitely looking to make a name for himself with this push.
Well, if it positively impacts our country, why not?
The collaboration between ministers and parliament is probably the most entertaining part of all this.
Why is everyone forgetting about the Bhumjaithai Party’s role? They’re a bigger piece in this puzzle.
The orders need to be evaluated fairly. Not all are necessarily bad, some have merit.
Would love to see more transparency in these governmental decisions, it’s often hidden under layers of bureaucracy.
Good luck with that. Governments love their secrets.
Political workshops or not, it’s all about the show when it comes to politics.
This whole situation highlights how connected political actions and socioeconomic stability are.