The primary opposition party’s breakdown by a Thai court was criticized by the United States on Wednesday, saying it was in violation of US values.
The Move Forward Party’s vote “disenfranchises the more than 14 million Thai voters,” which the State Department stated was “deeply concerning.”
According to State Department official Matthew Miller,” The Constitutional Court’s decision also undermines Thailand’s democratic development and goes against the objectives of the Thai citizens for a strong, political coming.”
We urge Thailand to act as a near ally and friend with deep and lasting relationships to ensure completely inclusive political involvement, as well as to defend democracy and the rights of expression,” he said.
The European Union even criticized the choice, which also bans from elections Thailand’s most popular politician, Pita Limjaroenrat.
Prior to now, Senate Foreign Relations Committee Chairman Ben Cardin had warned Thailand against breakdown.
