Bangkok: A heated argument erupted in the House of Representatives, with Mr. Wan Nor calling for police intervention after a contentious debate over which motion should be prioritized for discussion. The conflict arose when Mr. Anusorn proposed delaying the entertainment agenda, clashing with Mr. Teng’s motion concerning the effects of a recent earthquake. Mr. Icecream expressed his frustration by criticizing the government’s reluctance to wait, while Mr. Chaichana opposed the opposition’s stance, leading to a fiery exchange with Mr. Pakornwut.
According to Thai News Agency, the disagreement unfolded after a break in the House of Representatives meeting, which was initially paused due to disputes between the government and opposition regarding urgent motions. Mr. Nattapong Ruangpanyawut, the Leader of the Opposition, had proposed a motion for systematic earthquake impact management, while Mr. Anusorn sought to postpone the entertainment agenda.
The meeting resumed at 2:45 p.m., led by Mr. Wan Muhammad Noor Matha, the council president. The session quickly became contentious as Mr. Wan Muhammad Noor queried the next steps, prompting Dr. Cholanat to highlight the necessity of adhering to procedural regulations. Concerns were raised about the precedence of topics, particularly the earthquake motion, which was deemed urgent.
Mr. Pakornwut Udompipatsakul, representing the opposition, questioned the voting process and expressed concerns about potential irregularities. He suggested that Mr. Anusorn withdraw his motion to pave the way for a decision on the earthquake, urging the council to prioritize it.
The session witnessed a series of protests and counterarguments. Mr. Parit Wacharasindhu, a Prachachon Party spokesperson, emphasized the need for clarity in voting, presenting the options of debating the earthquake first or addressing the casino agenda. This prompted further debates, with Mr. Chaichana and Mr. Pakornwut exchanging heated words over procedural rights.
As tensions escalated, Mr. Wan Muhammad Noor sought to maintain order, emphasizing the lack of explicit regulations for resolving the issue. Despite protests, he called for a vote to decide the priority. Ultimately, the vote concluded with 252 against considering the earthquake motion first, leading to Mr. Anusorn’s motion being addressed initially.
The session, marked by prolonged debates and procedural challenges, highlighted the complexities of parliamentary decision-making. The discussions spanned over three hours, reflecting the divisions within the House on pressing national issues.