Bangkok:The potential merger of the Bhumjaithai and Kla Tham parties remains uncertain as discussions around the no-confidence debate continue. The Prime Minister has emphasized that October 27-30 is an appropriate timeframe for the debate, with Paradorn Prisnanantakul tasked with engaging with the whips of the three parties to finalize arrangements. If adjusting the date proves impossible, the Prime Minister is ready to extend time for the opposition's participation.

According to Thai News Agency, the framework for the no-confidence debate, which falls under Article 151 of the Constitution, was addressed by Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Anutin Charnvirakul. The debate is set to occur when ministers are not committed to overseas travel, a mobile cabinet meeting in Udon Thani, or the World Horticultural Expo, specifically during the October 27-30 period. This timeframe will involve all 18 relevant ministers.

Further commitments involving ASEAN and APEC meetings, along with royal ceremonies, have influenced the scheduling, ensuring all ministers' availability for the debate. The government plans to communicate this timeframe to Parliament, supporting flexibility based on valid reasons.

Paradorn Prisnanantakul has been directed to negotiate potentially increasing the opposition's allocated time, with a focus on concise and evidence-backed explanations during the debate. This adjustment aims to ease tensions between the government and opposition, contingent on the consensus of all three parties involved.

Speculation about the debate leading to political shifts, such as a cabinet reshuffle or the Kla Tham Party's inclusion in the government, was addressed by the Prime Minister, who emphasized that the no-confidence debate has not yet commenced, and official dates are pending. When questioned about a possible merger between the Kla Tham and Bhumjaithai parties, the Prime Minister advised taking a step-by-step approach, deferring discussions until after the debate and vote.