It is no secret that the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) and the Flood Relief Operations Command (Froc) have not seen eye to eye since the start of the flood crisis.
The conflict has hampered overall flood-relief operation, as officials and workers from both sides are confused by conflicting directives from government officials and City Hall.
We do not know whether the problem was caused by misunderstandings or political conflict, as Bangkok Governor Sukhumbhand Paribatra belongs to the opposition party.
It is the people of Bangkok and neighbouring provinces who are made to suffer as a result of this poor coordination.
A large number of homes in Nonthaburi, Pathum Thani and the western suburbs are still heavily flooded, while the inner part of Bangkok is dry.
People living outside Bangkok's flood-walls have vented their anger many times, and their dissatisfaction will grow if nothing is done to alleviate their plight.
In addition to the current flooding, there are many issues and problems that must be tackled by both the government and the BMA. If they cannot work together as a team, these problems will not be solved.
MR Sukhumbhand and members of parliament are elected by the tax-paying public, who expect them to work for the full benefit of the country. They should not let the people down.
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