Vallop to quit the government and join the race

In a press conference on Tuesday, Vallop revealed he already submitted his resignation effective December 1 in order to run for the proportionate vote in Constituency 4, covering six Northeastern provinces such as Buri Ram, Ubon Ratchathani and Yasothon.

The Pua Paendin Party is expected to file his candidacy when the Election Commission starts registering partylist candidates tomorrow.

Party legal advisers have contended that Vallop is qualified to declare his candidacy in spite of his interim ministerial portfolio.

Vallop no longer attended the weekly Cabinet meeting.

 Surayud said he has not given the green light for Vallop to leave office. This leads to speculation about lastminute pressure either for Vallop to change his mind or to hasten his departure in order ensure voting fairness.

In the second press conference held in the afternoon, Vallop said he would resign with immediate effect on Wednesday in light of criticism that he wanted to cling to office during the race.

The Nation