Opposition MPs warn that the government’s refusal to have an ad hoc session in parliament could prove costly. The lack of ideas may hinder the government when anticipating and solving future problems, according to local media.
The government coalition rejected the proposal made by the six opposition parties on April 23 to hold a parliamentary session fearing that having such an assembly would risk spreading the coronavirus.
Suthin Klangsang, leader of the opposition whip, said he is not surprised by the government coalition’s rejection of the proposal.
“The fears of the government that parliament would be a place where the virus could spread is misplaced… People are killing themselves because they cannot eat, how will the government be responsible for this,” he said.
Sentiments surrounding the rejection have been largely negative, as many believe the government is running away from parliamentary debate.
Opposition MPs said that it is necessary to have this meeting because it allows them the chance to voice the concerns of the people and offer solutions.
