MoU won't cause problems, says MFP

MFP deputy leader Sirikanya Tansakun insists on the freedom of expression principle. 'Honest criticism must be allowed.' Varuth Hirunyatheb

Amending Section 112 of the Criminal Code, or the lese majeste law, is a key campaign pledge of the Move Forward Party (MFP), but questions have arisen as to whether the party will be able to pursue the issue.

Parts of the memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed by the MFP-led alliance could end up backfiring on the MFP if it goes ahead with its plan to revise the ultra-sensitive lese majeste law, observers say.