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Singer Petitions to Dissolve P.Ch.N. Over IO via Spectre C Citing Evidence

Singer Petitions to Dissolve P.Ch.N. Over IO via Spectre C Citing Evidence

Khaosod•Politics•12h ago

Reader Briefing

Nationalist Organization petitions for the dissolution of the People's Party over alleged illicit information operations and data privacy violations.

  • •Srisuwan Janya, President of the Nationalist Love the Nation Organization, filed a petition with the Election Commission to dissolve the People's Party (P.Ch.N.).
  • •The petition cites allegations of information operations (IO) conducted through a company named Spectre C and violations of personal data privacy, specifically the use of laser ID numbers from citizen ID cards.
  • •The complaint alleges a significant connection between the People's Party and Spectre C, suggesting potential illegal use of party politically developed fund resources and voter manipulation.

Overview

  • •On February 17, 2026, Srisuwan Janya visited the Election Commission (EC) to submit a petition.
  • •Srisuwan Janya petitioned for the dissolution of the People's Party (P.Ch.N.) due to alleged information operations (IO) via Spectre C.
  • •The petition also cites the People's Party's alleged violation of citizens' personal data by requiring laser ID numbers from ID cards on membership forms.
  • •The use of laser ID numbers is alleged to be a violation of the Constitution, specifically Article 32, which prohibits the exploitation of personal data.
  • •Srisuwan Janya stated, 'Even with permission to laser ID, it's not safe; it violates the supreme law,' emphasizing the constitutional prohibition.
  • •The IO allegations involve Spectre C, a company suspected of having close ties to the People's Party, including shared office space and personnel.
  • •The alleged IO activities are linked to the period leading up to the election on February 8, with implications for potential violations under Section 73 of the Election of Members of Parliament Act.
  • •The EC and the Registrar of Political Parties are tasked with investigating these allegations intensely to determine if grounds for dissolution exist under Section 92 of the Political Party Act.

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Key Quotes

Srisuwan Janya
"Even with permission to laser ID, it's not safe; it violates the supreme law."
ขออนุญาต เลเซอร์ไอดีแล้วก็ไม่รอด ผิดกฎหมายแม่บท
Srisuwan Janya
"We hear the People's Party's explanation, but Section 32 of the Constitution clearly prohibits it. The Constitution is the supreme law, above all others, so it's up to the EC to rule if it's a violation."
เรื่องที่พรรคประชาชนชี้แจงก็รับฟัง แต่รัฐธรรมนูญมาตรา 32 บัญญัติไว้ชัดเจนถึงข้อห้าม ฉะนั้น รัฐธรรมนูญเป็นกฎหมายแม่บท อยู่เหนือกฎหมายใดๆทั้งปวง จึงเป็นอำนาจวินิจฉัยของ กกต. ว่าจะเข้าข่ายฝ่าฝืนหรือไม่
Srisuwan Janya
"On the surface, the company is duly registered with the Ministry of Commerce, Articles of Incorporation, directors, and shareholders, but the issue is its connection to the People's Party."
ถ้ามองเฉพาะหน้าฉาก บริษัทดังกล่าวมีการจดทะเบียนถูกต้องจากกระทรวงพาณิชย์ ตามหนังสือบริคณห์สนธิ มีกรรมการ มีผู้ถือหุ้น แต่ประเด็นคือ ความเชื่อมโยงของบริษัทดังกล่าวกับพรรคประชาชน

Key Entities

Person

Srisuwan Janya(ศรีสุวรรณ จรรยา)ℹ️
President of the Nationalist Love the Nation Organization who filed a dissolution petition against the People's Party.
Ms. Thisana Chunuwan(น.ส.ธิษะณา ชุณหะวัณ)
Former Bangkok MP for the People's Party who revealed internal information about the party's alleged IO activities.
Ms. Pannika Wanich(น.ส.พรรณิการ์ วานิช)ℹ️
Spokesperson for the Progressive Movement, who clarified the People's Party's stance on the allegations.
Khun Chor(คุณช่อ)ℹ️
An informal reference to Ms. Pannika Wanich, also mentioned in connection with the People's Party and companies.
Mr. Prin Vatçalasinthu(คุณพริษฐ์ วัชรสินธุ)ℹ️
Former leader of the Move Forward Party, mentioned as having visited certain locations related to the case.

Organization

Nationalist Love the Nation Organization(องค์การรักชาติรักแผ่นดิน)
The organization led by Srisuwan Janya that filed the petition against the People's Party.
People's Party (P.Ch.N.)(พรรคประชาชน (ปชน.))
The political party targeted for dissolution due to alleged information operations and data privacy violations.
Spectre C
A company accused of conducting information operations for the People's Party and linked to data privacy concerns.
Election Commission of Thailand (EC)(สำนักงานคณะกรรมการการเลือกตั้ง (กกต.))ℹ️
The governmental body responsible for investigating and ruling on petitions for the dissolution of political parties.
Registrar of Political Parties(นายทะเบียนพรรคการเมือง)
An official within the Election Commission responsible for overseeing political parties.

Law

Constitution of Thailand(กฎหมายรัฐธรรมนูญ)ℹ️
The supreme law of Thailand cited in the petition for its provisions on personal data protection and party conduct.
Political Party Act(พ.ร.ป.ว่าด้วยพรรคการเมือง)
The legal framework governing political parties in Thailand, cited for provisions on party activities and dissolution.
Organic Act on the Election of Members of Parliament(พ.ร.ป.ว่าด้วยการเลือกตั้ง)
The law detailing electoral offenses, cited in relation to alleged IO activities aimed at defamation or misinformation.
Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA)(พ.ร.บ. คุ้มครองข้อมูลส่วนบุคคล (พีดีพีเอ))ℹ️
The law protecting personal data in Thailand, relevant to the allegations of improper use of citizens' information.