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Interior Minister Warawut Ready for No-Confidence Debate

Interior Minister Warawut Silpa-archa declared the government fully prepared for the opposition's no-confidence debate, including anticipated questions about a local government exam cheating scandal. He emphasized that all ministers are ready to respond and the administration has nothing to hide, having worked transparently.

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At 10:55 a.m. on October 21, 2026, at Government House, Interior Minister Warawut Silpa-archa gave an interview regarding readiness for the opposition's no-confidence debate. He said everything has been prepared, and the debate is a legitimate right of the opposition to scrutinize the government. Warawut expressed confidence that every minister is ready to explain all issues the opposition raises, asserting there is nothing to worry about because the administration has worked straightforwardly. Regarding topics to be debated, including the trending local government exam cheating case, he said the government has prepared for every subject and is not concerned.

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