Bangkok: The House of Representatives descended into chaos late at night when Pheu Thai MPs requested the Speaker to record a vote, but the result was not documented. The situation became tense as Pakornwut claimed that the record was not evidence of actual attendance, leading Thitima to express her displeasure at the comment. The unfolding drama left everyone watching in bewilderment.
According to Thai News Agency, the incident occurred during the 11th meeting of the House of Representatives, chaired by Mr. Chaiya Phromma, the Second Deputy Speaker. The meeting was focused on discussing the draft Budget Act for the fiscal year 2026. The chaos began after the consideration of Section 37 of the integrated budget when Ms. Thitima Chaisaeng, a Pheu Thai Party MP, claimed her vote in favor of Section 32 was not recorded, causing confusion.
The disorder escalated as approximately five Pheu Thai Party MPs stood up, demanding that their votes be recorded. Mr. Pakornwut Udompipatsakul, representing the Prachachon Party, acknowledged the request but questioned the validity of recording as proof of attendance. He voiced his skepticism about the motivations behind the claims of presence, deeming the situation unusual.
Ms. Thitima responded to Mr. Pakornwut's remarks by criticizing the aesthetic of his statement. She emphasized the importance of transparency and accountability, asserting that the members had been under scrutiny and needed to demonstrate their presence. Mr. Chaiya intervened to maintain decorum, affirming the members' integrity and urging them to document their intentions before proceeding with the next agenda item.
As the meeting moved to Section 38, which involved the budget for government personnel plans, disputes arose between opposition and government MPs regarding possible adjustments and potential regulatory violations. Mr. Chaiya endeavored to manage the meeting effectively, which ultimately resulted in the approval of the committee's amendments by a majority vote before moving on to Section 39, revolving funds.