PP leader ready to step asideNatthaphong RuengpanyawutNatthaphong Ruengpanyawut, leader of the People's Party (PP), has declared he is prepared to step down if a court orders him to suspend his duties, as legal uncertainty continues to hang over 44 party MPs. "If the court orders me to stop performing my duties, I am ready to relinquish the leadership and take on other responsibilities." The case, which is expected to become clearer around April, concerns MPs accused over their role in proposing legal amendments. Mr Natthaphong said any change in party leadership, which would also affect the position of leader of the opposition, must be decided by the party's general assembly. Despite the legal cloud, the PP is focusing on rebuilding after its electoral setback.

Source: Bangkok Post February 23, 2026 22:01 UTC