Bangkok: The People's Party has marked its first year as an opposition party by proposing 84 laws, a move they claim demonstrates a proactive approach in their role. The party aims to strike a balance between offense and defense in their legislative efforts, with plans to continue pushing their agenda across the country. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Parit Wacharasindhu, the spokesperson for the People's Party, highlighted the party's efforts to redefine the role of the opposition. He stated that their objective is to ensure that laws are updated to reflect societal changes and benefit citizens. Over the past year, the party has endeavored to scrutinize the government using various parliamentary mechanisms, including debates on the annual budget, weekly live questioning sessions, and multiple committees. Mr. Prisht, a key figure in the party, explained that the opposition's defensive role involves guiding the government with concrete proposals. The party has submitted draft amendments to demonstrate th eir vision for Thailand, focusing on three main objectives: amending laws for the people, setting the government's agenda, and raising public awareness through social media campaigns. The People's Party has submitted 84 bills to parliament, with 25 passing the first reading and five passing the third reading, including significant bills on marriage equality and child protection. The Clean Air Act and Rail Transport Act are among those currently in committee stages. However, some proposals, like the progressive liquor bill, were not accepted. During the parliamentary recess, the party plans to campaign in seven strategic areas, focusing on trade competition, anti-corruption, legal reforms, and environmental protection. They aim to build public support to increase the likelihood of their bills passing in parliament. Mr. Prisht emphasized that despite their limited parliamentary votes, the People's Party seeks collaboration with ruling party members to pass beneficial laws. He stressed the importance of publi c awareness in influencing parliamentary support for their proposals. The People's Party's legislative push is part of a broader campaign to create change from within the opposition. Mr. Parit asserted that these efforts are crucial, regardless of whether the party is in power, and that the ultimate judgment of their work will come in the next election. In response to concerns about the party's performance and declining poll numbers, Mr. Parit acknowledged the importance of public opinion and stated that their focus remains on scrutinizing the government on all issues of public interest. He reaffirmed the party's commitment to maintaining a rigorous opposition stance, independent of past alliances with other opposition parties.