BANGKOK – The Prime Minister has confirmed his intention to see the new draft charter passed in the public referendum.
Prime Minister Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha said this week that although he may disapprove, criticism of the draft constitution is a basic right of the people. He said that he has not reviewed any suggestions from the Constitution Drafting Commission but he is glad that the new draft constitution was completed and released to the public.
The Premier added that he wants the latest draft charter to pass the public referendum as planned. He went on to say that should the draft charter fail to receive public endorsement, a contingency plan has been prepared.
When asked what could delay the planned general election, the Prime Minister said that it could be the draft constitution’s failure to secure the people’s support or political conflicts.
