But the Democrat Party remained non-committal, saying more talks were needed. Bhumjaithai, however, officially accepted the Phalang Pracharat offer, citing the coalition leader’s acceptance of its four conditions. The Democrat Party, which now has 53 MPs, yesterday welcomed Phalang Pracharat at its headquarters but appeared undecided. “Before we can give Phalang Pracharat an answer, some steps have to be taken. But Chalermchai dismissed the reports, saying the Democrat Party was not concerned about the matter.

Source: The Nation Bangkok May 27, 2019 18:00 UTC