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Sophon: No Offer for Parliament President, Will Do Best in Any Role

Sophon: No Offer for Parliament President, Will Do Best in Any Role

Thairath•Politics•16h ago

Reader Briefing

Sophon Sarum states he has not been contacted to become Parliament President and will perform his duties to the best of his ability regardless of his position.

  • •Sophon Sarum, Deputy Prime Minister and Pheu Thai Party leader, has addressed rumors of him being appointed as Parliament President.
  • •He stated that there has been no official approach regarding the position.
  • •Sarum emphasized readiness to perform at his best in any role assigned.
  • •He also advised waiting for the Election Commission's endorsement of the general election results before discussing government positions.

Overview

  • •Sophon Sarum stated that regarding the news of being appointed Parliament President, 'The news is just news, there has been no approach yet' in order to clarify his current status.
  • •On February 17, 2026, at 9:30 AM, Sophon Sarum responded to rumors while acting as Deputy Prime Minister.
  • •Sophon Sarum affirmed that 'Wherever I am, I must do my best' to highlight his commitment to his duties.
  • •Sophon Sarum mentioned that the government formation process depends on the Election Commission's endorsement of the election results.
  • •Sophon Sarum advised that discussions about positions should only commence after the Election Commission's endorsement, following the proper procedure.
  • •When asked about readiness for the role of Parliament President, Sophon Sarum stated, 'I haven't become it yet, let me become it first' to manage expectations.
  • •Sophon Sarum indicated that positions such as First and Second Deputy Speaker should also be considered by the Pheu Thai Party, but cannot be discussed yet.
  • •Sophon Sarum reiterated his philosophy: 'I don't have a preference for any specific area of work, but I confirm that wherever I am, I will do my best' to signify his dedication.

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Key Quotes

Sophon Sarum
"The news is just news, there has been no approach yet."
กระแสข่าวก็คือกระแสข่าวยังไม่มีการทาบทาม
Sophon Sarum
"Wherever I am, I must do my best."
อยู่ที่ไหนต้องทำเต็มที่ให้ดีที่สุด
Sophon Sarum
"If we look at the overall government formation this time, all parties, please wait for the endorsement of the Election Commission (EC)."
ถ้าเราดูภาพรวมการจัดตั้งรัฐบาลครั้งนี้ทุกพรรค ขอให้รอการรับรองของคณะกรรมการการเลือกตั้ง (กกต.)
Sophon Sarum
"I haven't become it yet, let me become it first."
ยังไม่ได้เป็น ให้ได้เป็นก่อน

Key Entities

Person

Sophon Sarum(โสภณ ซารัมย์)
Deputy Prime Minister and Pheu Thai Party leader who is subject of rumors for Parliament President role.
Parliament President(ประธานสภาผู้แทนราษฎร)
The position Sophon Sarum is rumored to be appointed to.
Deputy Prime Minister(รองนายกรัฐมนตรี)
The current administrative role held by Sophon Sarum.

Organization

Pheu Thai Party(พรรคภูมิใจไทย)
Political party whose leader, Sophon Sarum, is being discussed for the Parliament President position.
Election Commission(คณะกรรมการการเลือกตั้ง)
The official body responsible for endorsing general election results and the formation of the new government.