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Sophon Denies 'Speaker' Role, Awaits EC Approval, Committed to All Posts

Sophon Denies 'Speaker' Role, Awaits EC Approval, Committed to All Posts

Prachachat•Politics•16h ago

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Deputy Prime Minister Sophon Sarum denies being offered the position of Speaker of the House of Representatives, stating he awaits the Election Commission's certification of results before any such discussions can occur.

  • •Deputy Prime Minister Sophon Sarum has addressed rumors about him potentially becoming the Speaker of the House of Representatives.
  • •Sophon emphasized that he has not been approached for the position and is awaiting the Election Commission's (EC) certification of election results.
  • •He reiterated his commitment to performing his duties to the best of his ability, regardless of the position assigned.
  • •The political process for selecting the Speaker will involve party discussions after the EC's certification.

Overview

  • •Deputy Prime Minister Sophon Sarum stated that rumors regarding him being considered for the 'Speaker of the House' position are merely rumors and no official approach has been made.
  • •Sophon Sarum indicated that any appointments or discussions about positions, including the Speaker of the House, are contingent upon the Election Commission (EC) certifying election results.
  • •Following the EC's certification, there will be internal party discussions to determine parliamentary positions.
  • •Sophon Sarum affirmed a commitment to performing his duties diligently, stating, 'I am someone who doesn't do things half-heartedly and do my best,' irrespective of the role.
  • •Sophon Sarum previously expressed surprise at being appointed Deputy Prime Minister as he had primarily dealt with drug-related issues.
  • •When asked about managing parliamentary sessions, Sophon Sarum requested that the discussion of that role only commence after he is officially appointed.
  • •Sophon Sarum alluded to a 'new political evolution' where current processes follow rules, contrasting with past practices after elections.
  • •Sophon Sarum declined to comment on potential Deputy Speaker positions, stating he could not answer as he had not yet been confirmed for the Speaker role.

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Key Quotes

Sophon Sarum
"Rumors are just rumors, there has been no negotiation yet."
กระแสข่าวก็คือกระแสข่าว ยังไม่มีการทาบทาม
Sophon Sarum
"I am not yet appointed, please let it happen first."
ยังไม่ได้เป็นขอให้เป็นก่อน
Sophon Sarum
"I am someone who doesn't do things half-heartedly and do my best."
เป็นคนทำอะไรเล่นไม่เป็น และทำเต็มที่
Sophon Sarum
"Position is not an obstacle, I will do my best wherever I am."
ตำแหน่งไม่ใช่อุปสรรค อยู่ตำแหน่งไหนก็ทำไป

Key Entities

Person

Sophon Sarum(โสภณ ซารัมย์)
Deputy Prime Minister who is rumored to be considered for the Speaker of the House role.

Position

Speaker of the House of Representatives(ประธานสภาผู้แทนราษฎร)
The high-ranking parliamentary position being discussed in the article.

Organization

Election Commission (EC)(คณะกรรมการการเลือกตั้ง)
The election oversight body whose certification of results is awaited.