Bangkok: Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Natural Resources and Environment Suchart Chomklin has emphasized the importance of allowing the government time to operate, following the Prime Minister's clear stipulation of a four-month timeframe. Suchart expressed confidence in Prime Minister Anutin's commitment to this timeline, amidst the opposition's threats to file a censure motion.
According to Thai News Agency, Suchart reiterated the Prime Minister's stance that promises made are to be kept, suggesting that the dissolution of Parliament could occur a month earlier if a no-confidence motion is filed. He highlighted that the decision to dissolve Parliament ultimately rests with the Prime Minister, who has not yet discussed this with coalition parties. Suchart acknowledged the ongoing countdown to elections since the government's formation, pointing out that both the executive branch and the elections have pre-established schedules that must be adhered to.
When questioned about the Prime Minister's resolve in handling political challenges, Suchart underscored the need for the Prime Minister to focus on his work without being distracted by political games. He encouraged support for the Prime Minister, noting that the political situation requires stability as the election period approaches. Suchart emphasized the significance of maintaining public trust by keeping promises made to the people.
In response to calls from Rangsiman Rome of the People's Party for the dismissal of Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Agriculture and Cooperatives Captain Thammanat Prompao, Suchart suggested that the performance of ministers should be evaluated by the electorate in the upcoming elections. He advised that the public should have the opportunity to judge the effectiveness of ministers based on their performance, asserting that the ultimate decision rests with the voters.
Suchart dismissed the notion that immediate judgments should be made on political figures, arguing that these assessments should be left to the democratic process. He concluded by expressing confidence in the democratic system, stating that the decision of who will form the next government will be made through the public's votes, reinforcing the belief in keeping promises and maintaining stability in governance.