Bangkok: "Teng," along with the People's Democratic Party (PDP) candidates, led a press conference to apologize to the public for failing to push for a new constitution. They expressed their commitment to fielding candidates in every constituency, with the goal of strengthening the party and steering the next government towards drafting a new constitution.
According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Nattapong Ruangpanyawut, leader of the People's Party, along with the party's prime ministerial candidates, Ms. Sirikanya Tansakul, and Veerayuth Kanchuchat, addressed the party's strategy following the publication of the Royal Decree dissolving the House of Representatives in 2025. Mr. Nattapong highlighted that since the 2023 election, the Move Forward Party and the Pheu Thai Party, despite signing a memorandum of understanding (MOU), failed to form a government under Mr. Pita Limjaroenrat due to Senate voting issues and an MOU breach. The past two years saw two Prime Ministers impeached by Constitutional Court rulings, and the Move Forward Party was dissolved, transforming into the People's Party. Mr. Nattapong emphasized the need for political system reform and a new constitution to align with international standards and strengthen democracy.
Mr. Nattapong explained that the party had entered into an MOU with the Bhumjaithai Party, yet the recent parliamentary vote and the dissolution of Parliament left him disappointed as the leader of the People's Party. Despite their efforts, they could not advance the process of drafting a new constitution alongside the election. He apologized to the public for this shortcoming but noted that a legally binding referendum question is now with the Cabinet, with hopes for concurrent elections and a referendum on the constitution.
Addressing the People's Party's election readiness, Mr. Nattapong stated that they are prepared to field candidates nationwide. He assured the public that their goal is not merely political positions but significant change. The challenges from the 2019 elections to the present demonstrate the need for strong popular support to overcome Thailand's current political system.
Mr. Nattapong concluded by emphasizing the People's Party's reliance on public trust, aiming to grow strong enough to guide the next government. Their mission is to focus on the election, earn the people's trust, and ensure the party's readiness to lead Thailand forward.