Bangkok: Koravee Prisnanantakul, the chairman of the government coalition coordination committee, has asserted that he has not engaged in discussions with Senate candidates or government whips concerning readiness prior to the parliamentary session's commencement. This statement comes amidst claims regarding the legality of iLaw's acquisition of phone history data during the national Senate election, with government whips addressing concerns about their whereabouts on the election day.
According to Thai News Agency, the government whips expressed their confidence in the administration's readiness to explain the 400 billion baht loan decree. They emphasized their presence in Ang Thong during the election, countering allegations of being in Muang Thong. In preparation for the House of Representatives session on August 26th, Koravee highlighted the importance of passing the Emergency Decree on the loan. A structured meeting schedule has been coordinated to allow ample time for opposition questioning, with a total of 12-13 hours allotted, ensuring that the government can elucidate the rationale and necessity of the loan, particularly concerning the allocation of 200 billion baht.
Koravee also addressed the inquiry by Mr. Abhisit Vejjajiva, leader of the Democrat Party, regarding the government's strategy for resolving issues in the southern border provinces. He acknowledged Mr. Abhisit's right to question the Prime Minister and shared updates on the 2027 fiscal year budget review, which is on track to be submitted to the House of Representatives by August 28th. Furthermore, he noted the absence of any formal communication from the opposition concerning a no-confidence debate against the government, having only learned of it through media reports.
In response to the allegations by Mr. Yingcheep Atchanont of iLaw about significant phone history findings involving a Senate candidate from Ang Thong, Koravee denied involvement in the Senate selection process. He clarified that he was in Ang Thong on election day and distanced himself from any calls made, as claimed in the allegations. While he does not intend to sue Mr. Yingcheep personally, Koravee acknowledged the necessity of legal action due to the implications for the Bhumjaithai Party. The party's legal team is evaluating the feasibility of a lawsuit, particularly if the dissemination of allegedly inaccurate information has harmed his reputation and led to public condemnation.