23 November 2024 – In Udon Thani Province, Mr. Sawaeng Bunmee, Secretary-General of the Electoral Commission (EC), gave an interview about the case where the Constitutional Court did not accept the petition. accusations that Mr. Thaksin Shinawatra and the Pheu Thai Party made the Abolition of the government that the Constitutional Court considers the use of freedom only in Section 49 which says that freedom cannot be used to eliminate. Freedom is guaranteed by the Constitution. Every citizen has freedom. That is the power of the Constitutional Court. Registrar or Electoral Commission Considering the things that the law prohibits from doing with political parties they are different, so the two cases are not related at all. But we have different laws. The Constitutional Court considered in accordance with the Constitution that the exercise of rights and freedoms is considered to be irreversible, but the Electoral Commission or the Registrar will consider that such Political parties are illegal What caused the party to be dissolved or not?
“I gave an example last time. The registrar does not accept the Kao Klai Party case for consideration. But the Constitutional Court accepted it. There were journalists who asked why the Electoral Commission did not accept this case because it was a case of exercising rights and freedom according to the constitution. The Electoral Commission has no authority to consider these matters. It is outside the power of the Electoral Commission The Electoral Commission does not consider the content. But we did not accept it because it was not within our jurisdiction. But in the last case, someone complained that a political party had violated the political party law, which caused the political party to dissolve. The registrar accepted to collect evidence. It will be a different case from what the Constitutional Court accepted. Even though the same reality exists,” said Mr. Sawang.
It was asked if there were many requests that have similar characteristics. The Electoral Commission is still continuing its investigation.
2024-11-23 05:30:00
#secretary #Electoral #Commission #confirms #issue #ThaksinPheu #Thai #overthrows #government #Constitutional #Court #dismissed #petition #related #Electoral #Commission
**How does the interplay between the EC’s mandate and the Constitutional Court’s jurisdiction, as presented in the interview, potentially impact public access to information and the transparency of Thai political processes?**
## World Today News Exclusive Interview: The Role of the EC and the Constitutional Court in Thailand
**Host:** Welcome to World Today News. Today, we’re diving deep into a sensitive issue impacting Thailand’s political landscape: the recent Constitutional Court ruling regarding accusations against Mr. Thaksin Shinawatra and the Pheu Thai Party.
We’re fortunate to have two distinguished guests joining us:
* **Mr. Sawaeng Bunmee**, Secretary-General of the Electoral Commission (EC).
* **[Guest Name]**, a renowned Constitutional Law expert.
**Mr. Bunmee**, thank you for joining us. Your recent interview addressing the Constitutional Court’s decision has generated significant interest. Could you elaborate on how the EC differentiates between its mandate and that of the Constitutional Court, particularly when it comes to allegations of political parties violating the law?
**Section 1: The Divide Between EC and Constitutional Court:**
* **Host:** Mr. Bunmee, you mentioned that the Constitutional Court and the EC operate under different legal frameworks. Could you please explain these distinctions and provide specific examples of cases where their mandates diverge?
* **Constitutional Law Expert:** Building on Mr. Bunmee’s points, can you shed light on how the principle of “freedom cannot be used to eliminate freedom,” as stated by the Constitutional Court, impacts the EC’s interpretation of political party law violations?
* **Host:** Can we say that the Thai legal system envisions a system of checks and balances between these two entities, with each playing a crucial role in upholding different aspects of the democratic process?
**Section 2: The Thaksin-Pheu Thai Case:**
* **Host: ** Mr. Bunmee, the EC’s decision not to accept the petition against Mr. Thaksin and Pheu Thai has sparked debate. Can you elaborate on the specific legal grounds for this decision?
* **Constitutional Law Expert:** Do you believe the Constitutional Court’s interpretation aligns with the spirit of Thailand’s democratic principles, particularly concerning the right to express dissent and challenge the government?
* **Host:** Given the complexities of this case, what message would you like to convey to the Thai public regarding the EC’s commitment to maintaining fairness and impartiality in its decision-making process?
**Section 3: Looking Ahead:**
* **Host:** Mr. Bunmee, what steps is the EC taking to ensure transparency in its investigations and decision-making, especially in cases that have political implications?
* **Constitutional Law Expert:** What potential implications could this ruling have on the future of political activism and party operations in Thailand?
* **Host:** what advice would you give to Thai citizens seeking to engage constructively with the political process and ensure their voices are heard?
**Closing Remarks:**
**Host:** We want to thank Mr. Bunmee and [Constitutional Law Expert Name] for sharing their valuable insights with us.
This issue is far from settled, and World Today News will continue to provide comprehensive coverage as events unfold.
