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Amid pressure from coalition partners regarding the negotiation for ministerial seats, Pheu Thai Secretary-General Prasert Chantararuangthong stated that such discussions would only take place after the PM voting. https://twitter.com/ThaiEnquirer/status/1691343264941793280

Former MP Chuwit Kamolvisit has further accused Sansiri and its former CEO, Pheu Thai PM Candidate Srettha Thavisin, of tax evasion through the use of nominees to purchase lands worth 1 billion baht in Thong Lor. This alleged scheme was purportedly designed to circumvent paying the appropriate amount of taxes for these transactions. He has raised questions about why Sansiri extended a 1 billion baht loan, via its subsidiary, to individuals lacking the financial capacity to repay the loan. These individuals were reportedly acting as nominees for the transactions, and included a housemaid and a security guard. Chuwit asserts that he possesses evidence substantiating these irregular transactions. He has stated his intention to submit this evidence to the Stock Exchange of Thailand, the Senate, and Parliament, urging them to initiate an investigation into Sansiri and Srettha. Additionally, he has revealed his determination to undergo chemotherapy in order to prolong his life for the purpose of pursuing this case. https://twitter.com/ThaiEnquirer/status/1691390945235972096

Thai Enquirer The Move Forward Party will not vote for the Pheu Thai PM candidate, as stated by Move Forward Party Secretary-General Chaitawat Tulathon. He mentioned that the party's MPs have reached a consensus on this decision. Furthermore, he emphasized that the formation of the new government diverges from the people's mandate given during the election on May 14. He clarified that the intention behind this government formation is not to diminish the senate's authority, but rather, it is aligning with the desires of senate and junta-backed parties to prevent the Move Forward Party from assuming power. https://twitter.com/ThaiEnquirer/status/1691387561271517184

Pheu Thai Party deputy leader Phumtham Wechayachai said Tuesday the party is willing to be held responsible if their decision to bring pro-junta parties into the coalition didn't bring about positive political change. https://twitter.com/KhaosodEnglish/status/1691361599213416448

"In this hour, as the nation watches with bated breath, the Pheu Thai Party stands at a precipice. One path leads to momentary power, while the other to the pages of history as defenders of democracy and the Thai people. The choice, as always, remains theirs." https://www.thaienquirer.com/50428/the-crossroads-of-legacy-and-power-a-plea-to-the-pheu-thai-party/

Clean bedding sheets.

A further completely different report in the BP this morning, again from 'a source'. Too many cooks spoil the broth.

Sources from Pheu Thai-led coalition parties said parties demand that Pheu Thai allow current cabinet holders to keep their exact portfolios for the sake of the continuity of work and they prefer Paetongtarn Shinawatra as PM over Srettha Thavisin https://twitter.com/KhaosodEnglish/status/1690714590018244610

(1/2) Phalang Pracharath Party leader Gen Prawit Wongsuwan may hold a cabinet portfolio if the party joins the Pheu Thai-led coalition, said Phalang Pracharath Party deputy leader Chaiwut Thanakamanusorn on Saturday. (2/2) The remark came after rumours spread on Friday that it would be Prawit's younger brother, Pol Gen Patcharawat Wongsuwan, who will be a deputy PM if the party joins Pheu Thai coalition. https://twitter.com/KhaosodEnglish/status/1690192686077362176

Pheu Thai MP Invites UTN to Join Coalition BANGKOK, Aug 11 (TNA) – Thanakorn Wangboonkongchana, deputy leder of the United Thai Nation party (UTN) says Pheu Thai list MP Somsak Thepsutin invited him to join the Pheu Thai –led coalition government. If the UTN will join the coalition, the whole party will do so, Thanakorn said. Although Somsak gave him a signal but he said the UTN leader will play a role in the negotiation. He did not know if both parties had already discussed the issue. However, it is a good sign. He believed that the selection of the new prime minister will be achieved soon. https://tna.mcot.net/english-news-1221987

https://twitter.com/ThaiEnquirer/status/1689817265037078528

Oops. I must have been drunk, I was referring to Bob Smith's post.

You need help then. RIP to the Scottish guy

https://twitter.com/SaksithCNA/status/1689562975164841984

(1/2) BREAKING: MFP leader Pita said Thurs his party may not end up in the opposition. "Who knows I may not be in the opposition," Pita said without elaborating but added MFP MPs have the right to decide by themselves whether to vote for Pheu Thai PM candidate. #Thailand #ก้าวไกล https://twitter.com/KhaosodEnglish/status/1689547158410915840 (2/2) MFP MPs are asked to consult with the voter's on the matter, said Pita, or adds he would like to offer moral support to the Pheu Thai Party. #Thailand #WhatsHappeningInThailand #PheuThai #MFP #เพื่อไทย #ก้าวไกล

https://twitter.com/ThaiEnquirer/status/1689537996968898561

Here's the current breakdown: The Chart Thai Pattana Party has officially joined the Pheu Thai-led coalition, which now comprises nine political parties, including: - Pheu Thai Party (141 MPs) - Bhumjaithai Party (71 MPs) - Chart Thai Pattana Party (10 MPs) - Prachachart Party (9 MPs) - Chart Pattana Kla Party (2 MPs) - Pheu Tai Ruam Palang Party (2 MPs) - Seri Ruam Thai Party (1 MP) - Palang Sangkhom Mai Party (1 MP) - The Party of Thai Counties (1 MP) This brings their total number of MPs to 238, which is still 12 MPs short of a simple majority of 250 MPs. MPs from external parties are expected to switch parties and join the coalition in the coming days. https://twitter.com/ThaiEnquirer/status/1689478343367008256

Senator Wanchai Sornsiri said that as the Move Forward Party is no longer part of the Pheu Thai-led coalition and the country requires a government, the senators will vote in alignment with the majority of the house this time. He said it is evident that the Pheu Thai PM Candidate will undoubtedly amass sufficient votes to secure the position of the next PM, given the support from the senators. https://twitter.com/ThaiEnquirer/status/1689470415322980352

That's a further 10 seats bringing the tally to 238 seats: Pheu Thai leader Cholnan Srikaew has announced the Chart Thai Pattana party has joined its coalition government. https://twitter.com/TNAMCOTEnglish/status/1689474050341670912

https://thailand.postsen.com/local/167820/Sereepisuth-talks-about-Nong-Yok-not-wearing-a-school-uniform-pity-the-child’s-mother-If-it-was-my-son-I’ll-just-kill-it.html

Call immigration at Mae Sai.

Thai Liberal party leader Sereepisuth Temeeyaves has urged voters to let go of the Pheu Thai party’s election campaign promise not to work with General Prayut Chan-o-cha of United Thai Nation party or General Prawit Wongsuwan of Palang Pracharath party, aka the “Two Uncles”, if they want a new government to be formed quickly. https://www.thaipbsworld.com/public-should-forget-pheu-thais-pledge-not-to-associate-with-prayut-and-prawit-sereepisuth/

Thai Enquirer Pheu Thai PM candidate, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, stated after a meeting with Move Forward Party (MFP) leader, Pita Limjaroenrat, that there has been no progress in the negotiations aimed at securing MFP's support for Srettha Thavisin. She emphasized that the two parties are not in conflict and their discussions revolve around finding ways for the country to overcome the ongoing political deadlock. https://twitter.com/ThaiEnquirer/status/1689219882334961664

My earlier post: Moreover, the Chart Thai Pattana Party (10) is expected to join the Pheu Thai-led coalition tomorrow.

Thai Enquirer Pheu Thai's negotiation team, accompanied by PM Candidate Paetongtarn Shinawatra, is en route to the Thai Summit Building to engage in discussions with the Move Forward Party. Pheu Thai's primary objective is to secure the MFP's support in favor of their designated PM Candidate, Srettha Thavisin, for the upcoming PM voting. MFP's deputy leader, Sirikanya Tansakun, mentioned on Monday that the MFP is considering voting for Srettha, albeit subject to specific conditions. Nonetheless, she refrained from disclosing these conditions at present. https://twitter.com/ThaiEnquirer/status/1689196706527887362