Thai Prime Minister Says Rescheduling Vote of No Confidence Is Difficult Due to Ministerial Schedules

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On October 24, 2026, at Thammasat Field, Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul stated that rescheduling the vote of no confidence is difficult because ministers have commitments. He noted that next week is most convenient for the Council of Ministers (CoM), with many ministers already in the country and government meetings postponed to Monday, October 26, to allow time for the debate. However, he deferred the final decision on the date to the Speaker of the House of Representatives, noting that disagreements remain between the government and opposition regarding timing. The Prime Minister cited upcoming international events, including APEC 2026 in Shenzhen, China, and the 49th ASEAN Summit in Manila, Philippines, as well as a visit by the Chinese President to Thailand and joint meetings with the OECD Secretary-General, as factors influencing the schedule.