Anutin: Natthapong's protest march is a right, but must obey law
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul views Natthapong Ruangpanyawut's 12 km march with iLaw to pressure the EC over a 229-senate case as a democratic right.
Stock photo for illustration only, not from the actual event
- Anutin Charnvirakul views Natthapong Ruangpanyawut's street protest as a legitimate right.
- The opposition leader joined iLaw in a 12 km march pressuring the EC to indict 229 senate rigging suspects.
- The PM noted the event occurred on a Sunday, acknowledging individual political ideologies.
- Emphasized that all public demonstrations must strictly remain within legal boundaries.
Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Anutin Charnvirakul has shared his perspective regarding the political movement led by Natthapong Ruangpanyawut, Leader of the People's Party and Opposition Leader in the House of Representatives. Natthapong participated in a 12-kilometer march alongside the iLaw network to pressure the Election Commission (EC) into prosecuting 229 suspects involved in alleged Senate election fraud. The event took place at 1:30 PM on September 13, 2026.
Addressing questions on whether it was unusual for an opposition leader to take to the streets rather than utilizing parliamentary platforms, the Prime Minister explained that since the event occurred on a Sunday, a government holiday, individuals naturally have their own personal thoughts, ideologies, and ways of expression that require acknowledgment and listening.
An opposition leader engaging in street protests alongside civil society highlights a strategic shift beyond traditional parliamentary mechanisms. The Senate rigging scandal remains a critical electoral dispute in Thailand, and public marches serve as a direct communication tool to rally public attention alongside formal legal pressures.
While acknowledging freedom of expression and ideological diversity, the Prime Minister strongly reiterated a fundamental condition: all activities must be conducted under the rule of law. As long as the demonstrations respect legal boundaries and remain peaceful, no complications should arise from the action.
Source: Khaosod Politics
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