The head of the Prachachon Party explained the issue of requesting the Laser ID number for transparency according to the Election Commission’s criteria, denying accusations of an “Orange IoS” operation after a former MP disclosed news attacking the party.
On 16 Feb 2026 at the Criminal Court on Ratchadaphisek Road, Mr. Natthapong Rueangpanyawut, head of the Prachachon Party, spoke about concerns over requiring the Laser ID number during party membership registration. He said the party does not collect data to increase risk but follows the Department of Provincial Administration’s procedures to verify true citizen identity and comply with Election Commission regulations regarding political party transactions.
Regarding criticism from Ms. Thisana Chunahawan, a former MP, about the “Orange IoS” issue, Mr. Natthapong affirmed that this information is inaccurate. The party only has a Social Monitoring team to track public opinion but does not operate any special unit to distort information or send teams to respond to comments to influence society as alleged.
About rumors that the Kla Tham Party might assume opposition duties, Mr. Natthapong said this should not be problematic because the definition of opposition is any party not in government. Historically, opposition parties have not needed to work with 100% unity; simply performing a strong government oversight role is sufficient.
The Prachachon Party leader also addressed the Election Commission summoning election observers who photographed ballot cards with barcodes, warning against using power to silence citizens or honest officials. He stated photographing the pre-voting process is not illegal and announced plans to file criminal charges under sections 157 and 172 against the Election Commission to protect citizens' rights and demanded disclosure of all election observers nationwide to ensure transparency.
When asked whether this election might be annulled, Mr. Natthapong declined to comment, saying the party is a competitor with vested interests and it is inappropriate to discuss this. He said this matter should be left to the Constitutional Court or Administrative Court to decide. The party’s role is to demand that the Election Commission conduct the most transparent election possible.