Government Spokesperson Calls No-Confidence Move Mere Entertainment
Government spokesman Ekaphop Pianspes mocked the opposition's no-confidence motion against 18 ministers as mere entertainment, likening it to a comedy and accusing it of using rhetoric to smear officials. He warned that if the debate does not include all ministers, he will file a complaint with the Consumer Protection Board for investigation, and said the government will not allow an endless debate due to other national duties.
Ekaphop said he wants to see how the opposition will accuse each minister and the prime minister, liking the accusations to reading a comedy and accusing them of using rhetorical tricks and slander. He said the government is not worried about the opposition's data, noting that many officials work hard and have achievements yet are being dragged into the debate without cause. He warned that if only five or six ministers are debated, the public will complain of deception and he will ask Minister Supamas Isaraphaithip to order the Consumer Protection Board to investigate the People's Party. Ekaphop noted the debate's schedule will be set by the whips of both sides, but it cannot run all day and night for months because the government has other work to do. He stressed that ministers must attend to hear the allegations and respond if they are unfounded, so the public can be informed.
