Based on public support of the extra question related to the Senate's power to help select a prime minister, Gen Prawit said this does not mean people want to see an outsider become the prime minister. "The prime minister has said he would not prolong his power and the poll will be organised next year." Deputy Prime Minister Wissanu Krea-ngam insisted Monday the election will be held next year in line with the regime's roadmap. Mr Meechai insisted the charter will not be amended to allow senators to nominate a name for the prime minister. The result of the referendum has shown the National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO) has worked in sync with the public need, Deputy Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwon said.

Source: Bangkok Post August 08, 2016 21:33 UTC