MFP charter rewrite motion rejected by Thailand House of Representatives

A charter rewrite motion, sponsored by the main opposition Move Forward Party (MFP), has been rejected by Thailand’s House of Representatives. The decision was influenced by concerns that the proposed changes could lead to a biased charter amendment, as explained by Nikorn Chamnong, who leads a sub-panel tasked with gathering public opinion on a constitutional amendment referendum.

The MFP intended for a public referendum to be held on the charter rewrite, which if accepted, would allow unrestricted charter amendment and an assembly of drafters elected by the public. However, there were widespread concerns that the advocated changes could overreach by altering chapters in the constitution deemed “non-negotiable,” related to the country’s indivisibility and royal prerogatives.

The MFP’s motion was rejected by the lower House…