Internal friction a worry for Prayut
Rebel MPs have PM concerned over unity
Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha admits he has been worried about internal conflicts among cabinet ministers since last week’s censure debate.
The no-confidence motion against Gen Prayut and nine cabinet ministers concluded with all votes going in the government’s favour on Saturday.
The reported rift, however, stems from the decision by a group of six MPs in the ruling Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP) to abstain instead of backing Transport Minister Saksayam Chidchob, secretary-general of the Bhumjaithai Party, in the crucial vote.
Gen Prayut said on Tuesday: “I am worried only about the conflict within the cabinet. Other issues will be handled by political parties but I insist all coalition parties and I are working together well.”
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