Impeachment proceedings activiated against Chaiya

In the first reason, Chaiya is accused of imposing unnecessary burden on the health budget by reviewing the compulsory licensing of four cancer drugs.

Second, he has violated constitutional provisions in trying to reverse the complusory licensing and acted in contrary to the government policies on equal access to health care. Third, he reassigned senior health officials without any justification. Fourth, he has failed to safeguard consumers and patients.

The impeachment trial is expected after the completion of the 180day signature campaign to solicit the support of 20,000 voters to remove Chaiya.

The Nation