People’s Party ‘cobra’ seen sitting with Bhumjaithai MPsSuriya Wong-aree, People’s Party MP for Udon Thani’s Constituency 7 and its first so-called 'cobra,' sits among MPs from the ruling Bhumjaithai Party during a House session on Wednesday. (Screen capture ONE News31 Channel)Suriya Wong-aree, a People’s Party MP for Udon Thani’s Constituency 7, who defied his party’s resolution during the prime ministerial vote, was seen sitting among Bhumjaithai MPs during the House session on Wednesday. Mr Suriya was the only People's Party MP who went against the party’s resolution in the prime ministerial vote on March 19. He backed Bhumjaithai leader Anutin Charnvirakul for prime minister instead of Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut, the People's Party leader and its nominated candidate. In response, the People’s Party resolved to “freeze” the renegade MP - a political sanction aimed at preventing him from collaborating freely with rival parties.

Source: Bangkok Post March 25, 2026 06:56 UTC