A complaint seeking the removal of Thailand’s Prime Minister over a cabinet appointment has been accepted by a Thai court. The complaint alleges that Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha violated the constitution by appointing six members of his cabinet who were not elected members of parliament.
The complaint was filed by Pannika Wanich, a former member of the opposition Future Forward Party, and was accepted by the Constitutional Court of Thailand. The court will now have to decide whether to hear the case and potentially remove the Prime Minister from office.
According to the complaint, the appointment of non-elected cabinet members is a violation of the constitution, which requires that all cabinet members be either elected MPs or senators. The complaint argues that the appointment of these cabinet members is a conflict of interest and undermines the democratic process.
Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha came to power in a military coup in 2014 and has since been elected as Prime Minister. His government has faced widespread criticism for its crackdown on dissent and opposition parties.
The acceptance of this complaint by the Thai court is seen as a significant development in the country’s political landscape. It remains to be seen how the court will rule on the matter and what impact it will have on the future of Thai politics.
Overall, this case highlights the ongoing tensions and controversies surrounding the Thai government and its adherence to democratic principles. It also underscores the importance of upholding the rule of law and ensuring accountability among elected officials.
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