Views on referendum soughtListen to this articleA leading academic has urged political parties to clearly state whether they support a referendum on drafting a new constitution, saying clarity could boost public engagement and voter turnout. She said that if parties clearly state their positions and campaign on the issue alongside constituency outreach, it could generate a strong wave of public support. Ms Siripan noted that if the referendum passes, drafting a new constitution would take about one year, though amendments on a section-by-section basis could be made in the interim. She said campaigning for the referendum was even more important than campaigning for MPs, as the outcome would determine whether the country proceeds to move towards a new constitution. Ms Siripan also expressed concern over the Election Commission's (EC) performance, urging a review to restore public trust.

Source: Bangkok Post January 14, 2026 00:07 UTC