Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra Survives No-Confidence Motion, Opposition Parties Continue to Monitor Government | WPN World People News

On March 26, the Thai House of Representatives voted on a no-confidence motion against Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra. With the ruling coalition holding an overwhelming majority, Paetongtarn successfully survived the first no-confidence motion since taking office, solidifying the position of the ruling Pheu Thai Party.

The opposition alliance, led by the People’s Party, criticized Paetongtarn for lacking experience, being influenced by former Prime Ministers, and failing to address Thailand's economic downturn. In February, they filed a no-confidence motion against her. The debate on the motion took place in the Thai House of Representatives on the 24th and 25th of March, with the vote held on the 26th. The result showed 319 votes in favor, 161 votes against, and 7 abstentions. Paetongtarn secured the support of the majority of lawmakers and successfully survived the no-confidence motion.

Following the vote, Paetongtarn expressed her gratitude on Facebook, thanking representatives and coalition partners for their support. She emphasized that both supportive and opposing opinions would serve as motivation for her to continue working for the people. The opposition parties responded by stating they would continue to monitor the government. Media had already predicted that the likelihood of the no-confidence motion passing was low.