Deputy Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai reported that the proposed amnesty bill by the Move Forward Party (MFP), the main opposition, sparked controversy among various political parties due to its provision for lese majeste offences.
Phumtham, also the Commerce Minister and a senior member of the ruling Pheu Thai Party, indicated that while many parties agree with the amnesty bill’s objectives, they have reservations about particular aspects. The primary concern centres around the proposed amnesty for individuals charged or convicted of lese majeste.
The deputy prime minister further explained that the MFP’s amnesty proposal has split public opinion. He added that if outstanding issues can be resolved without triggering further conflict, the Pheu Thai Party is ready to offer its backing.
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