Govt could stay on if new PM undecided: Meechai
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THE incumbent government could remain in control for up to two years after the next election if voters give no party a clear mandate, the chief constitution drafter said Monday.
With a debate continuing on whether senators should be allowed to nominate the next prime minister, Meechai Ruchupan, chairman of the Constitution Drafting Commission (CDC), said that while a deadlock would be unlikely, the hypothetical outcome could be resolved.
“A natural solution is for the government of General Prayut Chan-o-cha to continue serving until a new administration is formed. If the first Parliament fails to reach agreement, the current government will stay on,” Meechai said.
However, he added that a new government’s term in office would begin from election day.
“If the new government can be formed two years after the election, they will serve for the remaining two years only (of a four year term).
“That’s why politicians have to reach agreement as soon as possible,” Meechai said.
