Speaker sees 'no disruptions' in PM voteHouse Speaker Sophon Zarum lights candles during a merit-making ceremony on his first official day in office, at Banquet Room 111 in the Parliament Building on Tuesday. Nutthawat WichieanbutHouse Speaker Sophon Zaram expressed confidence that Thursday's parliamentary vote to select a new prime minister will proceed smoothly, in line with regulations and fairness. He added that, in his role as House speaker, he had no particular concerns about overseeing the meeting, as adherence to parliamentary rules and impartiality would ensure order. On welfare issues, Mr Sophon addressed proposals from some MPs to reduce benefits, including catering services. Mr Sophon said welfare measures should be reviewed to determine what should be maintained, reduced, or improved.

Source: Bangkok Post March 17, 2026 22:39 UTC