Prime Minister Anutin explained that he dissolved parliament following Teng Natthapong’s request. He denied any betrayal and affirmed that he has always followed the MOA. He revealed that all possibilities remain open after being asked about a future alliance with the People’s Party.
At 10:05 a.m. on 12 Dec 2025 GMT+7, Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Anutin Charnvirakul spoke at the Government House about his reasons for deciding to dissolve parliament: "I want to return power to the people. My party, Bhumjaithai, became the government because of the People’s Party’s support. We have consistently worked on constitutional amendments as outlined in the MOA’s 4-5 points, and Bhumjaithai has always complied. However, the amendment of Clause 256/28 regarding the Senate’s (S) voting power on constitutional changes was never discussed in the MOA. When Mr. Natthapong Ruangpanyawut, leader of the People’s Party, stated in parliament that if Bhumjaithai did not vote as they wished, they would withdraw support and ask the Prime Minister to dissolve parliament, I respected that request and acted accordingly."
When asked if there had been prior negotiations with the People’s Party before this point, Anutin said there had been coordination through Mr. Pradorn Prissanantakul, Minister attached to the Prime Minister’s Office. Asked whether the decision to dissolve was because the People’s Party was preparing a no-confidence motion under Article 151 of the constitution, Anutin said, "It’s clear they want dissolution. They put me in government, so I honor their wishes."
When further asked if the dissolution request came before the People’s Party showed intentions to file a no-confidence motion, Anutin replied, "We have done everything up to the constitutional amendment votes in first and second readings, but stalled at Clause 256/28. Bhumjaithai cannot pressure or influence the Senate as the People’s Party demands."
Asked whether Bhumjaithai’s support for maintaining Senate powers constitutes political betrayal, Anutin responded, "There is no betrayal. The MOA does not include anything about the Senate. Bhumjaithai has tried its utmost to amend the constitution, including the agreement not to increase the number of MPs, even though politically it was possible. We have also supported putting the constitutional amendment question to referendum." "If the proposal is submitted to the Cabinet, I have consulted Deputy Prime Minister Bowornsak Uwanno, who confirmed the caretaker Cabinet can set a referendum date. I have ensured all MOA conditions are respected. I emphasize there is no betrayal whatsoever."
Reporters then asked, "Will future cooperation with the People’s Party still be possible?" Anutin replied, "Everything is possible." Regarding whether preparations for the dissolution had been made in advance, he said, "I prepared the draft royal decree to dissolve the House of Representatives from the first day I became Prime Minister, just postponing it by two months. We must accept that we are a minority government brought in to resolve ongoing national issues." "Such as trade negotiations, gaining international acceptance, restoring Thailand’s global standing, consolidating security, and organizing the civil service for continuous governance." "At some point, when those who brought us in say ‘this is enough,’ we return power to the people." .
