Thai Senators Slam Nakarin Over Senate Legitimacy Remarks
On Sept 11, 2026, Senator Pisit Apiwattanapong and peers held a press briefing at the parliament to counter Nakarin Mekไตรรัตน์'s criticism.
Stock photo for illustration only, not from the actual event
- Senator Pisit Apiwattanapong held a press conference at the parliament on Sept 11, 2026
- Senators strongly criticized former Constitutional Court President Nakarin Mekไตรรัตน์
- Pisit questioned why Nakarin never raised concerns while in office
On September 11, 2026, at 10:00 AM, Senator Pisit Apiwattanapong, alongside a group of fellow senators, convened a press briefing at the parliamentary building in Bangkok. The conference was called to address public comments made by former Constitutional Court President Nakarin Mekไตรรัตน์, who had previously characterized the Senate's political legitimacy as relatively low due to its self-selection electoral mechanism.
Stock photo for illustration only, not from the actual event
During the briefing, Pisit highlighted Nakarin's earlier claims regarding Meechai Ruchuphan, chairman of the 2017 Constitution Drafting Commission. Nakarin had alleged that Meechai viewed the Senate's structural design as the drafting committee's greatest mistake. However, Meechai subsequently denied ever meeting or discussing such matters with Nakarin.
Debates surrounding the legitimacy of the Thai Senate often stem from the complex mechanisms of its appointment and selection processes as defined by the constitution. Public commentary from former high-ranking judicial figures regarding legislative bodies frequently sparks intense political friction, reflecting differing institutional perspectives on state power.
The senators argued that Nakarin's remarks directly damaged the reputation of the legislative institution as well as Meechai. Consequently, the group outlined several core points to communicate their stance to the broader public.
- Describing the Senate's legitimacy as low amounts to disparagement and disrespect.
- Generalizing claims demeans the dignity and credibility of the organization and its members.
- Attributing statements to third parties without verifiable proof misleads society.
Furthermore, Pisit raised a critical question directed at Nakarin, asking why he failed to voice any objections or critiques regarding the Senate system during his tenure as the President of the Constitutional Court, choosing instead to speak out only after leaving office.
"The remarks made by Nakarin at that event constitute a disparagement and devaluation of the Senate, generalizing that the Senate possesses low political legitimacy, thereby undermining the dignity and credibility of the organization."
Pisit Apiwattanapong
Source: Khaosod Politics
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