Parliament to discuss constitution amendment July 7-8; 'Blue Regime' rhetoric not an issue.

Khaosod•Politics•6h ago

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Thailand's Parliament President announces a joint session to debate constitutional amendments on July 7-8, dismissing concerns over political rhetoric.

•A joint session of Parliament is scheduled for July 7-8 to consider constitutional amendments.
•Parliament President Sopon Saramy expressed confidence that political rhetoric, specifically the 'blue regime' debate, will not hinder the process.
•The session aims to pass the first reading of the draft amendments after receiving proposals from multiple parties.
•The Parliament President emphasized the importance of respecting the referendum results and listening to the public's will during the constitutional amendment process.

Overview

•On May 30, 2026, Sopon Saramy, President of the House of Representatives, spoke at the Parliament.
•A joint parliamentary session is scheduled for July 7-8, 2026, due to the need to discuss constitutional amendment principles.
•Sopon Saramy stated that draft constitutional amendments have been received from many parties and will be added to the agenda.
•The draft constitutional amendments are expected to be brought to the agenda for a joint parliamentary session on July 7-8, 2026.
•Sopon Saramy believes the 'blue regime' rhetoric will not be an obstacle to the constitutional amendment process.
•The discussion and deliberation for constitutional amendments are crucial in order to address the public's desire for change expressed through a referendum.
•Sopon Saramy urged the committee to consult and discuss without delay, as constitutional processes are extensive.
•Sopon Saramy stated that any color is not an obstacle if not fixated, and these matters can be overcome for the benefit of the people.

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Key Quotes

Sopon Saramy

"Any color is not an obstacle if not fixated. We can overcome these matters for the benefit of the people."

สีอะไรก็ไม่เป็นอุปสรรคถ้าไม่ยึดติด เราก้าวข้ามเรื่องพวกนี้ได้เพื่อประโยชน์ของประชาชน

Sopon Saramy

"It's about discussion. The people voted in a referendum that they want to see constitutional amendments. I believe all sides will listen to that voice."

อยู่ที่การหารือ ประชาชนออกเสียงประชามติว่าอยากเห็นการแก้ไขรัฐธรรมนูญ เชื่อว่าทุกฝ่ายจะรับฟังเสียงนั้น

Key Entities

Person

Sopon Saramy(นายโสภณ ซารัมย์)

President of the House of Representatives who announced the parliamentary session for constitutional amendment discussion.

President of the House of Representatives(ประธานสภาผู้แทนราษฎร)

The title held by Sopon Saramy, overseeing parliamentary proceedings.

Place

Parliament(รัฐสภา)ℹ️

The venue where the joint parliamentary session will be held to discuss constitutional amendments.

Law

Draft Constitutional Amendments(ร่างแก้ไขรัฐธรรมนูญ)

The legislative proposals to be discussed and potentially passed during the joint parliamentary session.