webfact Posted February 7, 2019 Share Posted February 7, 2019 Will Prayut say yes? By THE NATION Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha eats street food during his lunch at Nang Loeng market in Bangkok yesterday. // EPA-EFE PHOTO Political class eagerly awaits pm’s decision on Phalang Pracharat party’s invitation. Thaksin linked Thai Raksa Chart party hints its PM list will cause a shock. ELECTION WATCHERS are holding their breath today waiting for the official release of parties’ lists of their candidates for prime minister. Adding intrigue, the Thai Raksa Chart Party linked to former premier Thaksin Shinawatra has hinted that its list will cause a shock. Yesterday, a day before the submission deadline, Chaturon Chaisang, a Thai Raksa Chart favourite for the top job if it does well in the polling, said he hadn’t yet even been invited to be on the list. “I don’t know [who will be on the list] because I’m not on the party executive,” he replied when asked about his party’s nominees. Thai Raksa Chart, a sister party to Pheu Thai, was founded to avoid a “constitutional trap” designed by the regime to prevent any single party from dominating Parliament. “I understood that I’d be one of the candidates, but now it’s almost the deadline [for submitting lists to the Election Commission] and no one has sent me an invitation,” said Chaturon, who left the Pheu Thai Party to run for Thai Raksa Chart. Chaturon said the party executive made all the decisions and it hadn’t yet apprised the members. The parties have until today to submit their nominations to the EC. They can submit no more than three names of candidates eligible to be prime minister. Seasoned politician Chaturon’s comment appeared to support a rumour that his party’s candidate would be an established, high-ranking member of society and not another member of the Shinawatra family, as had been previously speculated. Several party members were asked to either confirm or deny the rumour but declined, though some said the nominee’s name would come as a big surprise in political circles and could even change the political landscape. The issue became a hot topic on social media on Wednesday, with many punters saying it would be risky bringing such a person into politics. Fake statement circulates A statement was circulated on social media saying the party expressed its gratitude to the “elite person” for accepting the invitation to be listed as a premier candidate. A party official said the statement was a fake and the party would take legal action against whoever concocted it. The candidate list is now the most-anticipated element of the election apart from the voting itself on March 24, in which junta chief and Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha, who took power after the 2014 coup, is poised to perpetuate his hold on power. Prayut said yesterday he would decide this morning by 10am whether to accept the Phalang Pracharat Party’s invitation to head its list of PM candidates. The pro-junta Phalang Pracharat invited Prayut, deputy premier Somkid Jatusripitak and its own party chief Uttama Savanayana to vie for the top job. Somkid said yesterday he had suggested Prayut’s name be the only one on the list “for the continuity of the work”. Whether he’s on that list or not, the constitution gives Prayut another chance to head the government as an “outsider prime minister” in the event that the parties cannot agree on anyone from their combined candidate lists. -- © Copyright The Nation 2019-02-08 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webfact Posted February 7, 2019 Author Share Posted February 7, 2019 “Yes” or “no”, Gen Prayut says he will decide by 9-10am Friday Thailand’s Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha said today he would finalize his decision about whether he would accept the Palang Pracharat’s invitation to become the party’s prime ministerial candidate tomorrow (Friday) between 9am-10 am and would notify the party through appropriate channels. He said his decision should be a good news for the people but he does not want his decision to be used as an excuse for political attacks. The prime minister added that he didn’t mind if the pro-Prayut Palang Pracharat party invites more people, including Deputy Prime Minister Somkid Jatusripitak, to become candidates for the post-election prime minister. Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/thai-pm-prayut-will-make-his-long-awaited-decision-known-between-9am-10am-friday/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2019-02-08 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post davehowden Posted February 7, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted February 7, 2019 Exciting isn't it ?? 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Popular Post kannot Posted February 7, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted February 7, 2019 1 hour ago, webfact said: Prime Minister dont know how he has the cheek to even call himself that 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kannot Posted February 7, 2019 Share Posted February 7, 2019 15 minutes ago, davehowden said: Exciting isn't it ?? am running out of walls for my head 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post kannot Posted February 7, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted February 7, 2019 I vote for Prawit, hes the obvious choice for the Thai Nation, almost perfect Id say 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
faraday Posted February 7, 2019 Share Posted February 7, 2019 I'd like to see him suppin' a beer, sleeves rolled up with his cronies - sorry buddy's. It would show that he is truly a man of the people. Love him. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post kannot Posted February 7, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted February 7, 2019 7 minutes ago, faraday said: I'd like to see him suppin' a beer, sleeves rolled up with his cronies - sorry buddy's. It would show that he is truly a man of the people. Love him. 1 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post cornishcarlos Posted February 7, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted February 7, 2019 (edited) No wonder Thaksin has been keeping quiet.. Quietly organising this behind most people's "junta" backs ???????? Let them rig the elections all they like, here's my joker !!! All bets are now off Edited February 7, 2019 by cornishcarlos 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
owling Posted February 7, 2019 Share Posted February 7, 2019 "Oust Me, If You Dare, Jerks." Ahh! the Irony..let the games begin. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madmen Posted February 7, 2019 Share Posted February 7, 2019 He is the man. A general and pm in one. Thailand NEEDS a strong leader Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Lungstib Posted February 8, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted February 8, 2019 2 hours ago, webfact said: He said his decision should be a good news for the people Well how about that, he's giving up and going into retirement. 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post geoffbezoz Posted February 8, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted February 8, 2019 29 minutes ago, madmen said: He is the man. A general and pm in one. Thailand NEEDS a strong leader If the internatinal media coverage is correct, then the person to be nominated as future PM by the Thai Raksa Chart party, and should they be voted in, will certainly put the skids under Prayut and the military who has held Thailand to ransom for decades. Let's hope that is true and this party with that leader can truly unite the nation so that it prospers and grows for the benefit of all, not just the military and police. A tough ask but with here influences and friends who knows what good she could bring. Looks like Prayut could well be swapping places with people in Dubai pretty quick if the nation votes for TRC. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatOngo Posted February 8, 2019 Share Posted February 8, 2019 48 minutes ago, madmen said: He is the man. A general and pm in one. Thailand NEEDS a strong leader Do some research on General Suchinda….1992! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sammieuk1 Posted February 8, 2019 Share Posted February 8, 2019 Its like Brexit but with no one elected and more backhanders???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klauskunkel Posted February 8, 2019 Share Posted February 8, 2019 Will Prayut say yes? Shhh, he is asking his noodles for advice. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Artisi Posted February 8, 2019 Share Posted February 8, 2019 2 hours ago, davehowden said: Exciting isn't it ?? About as exciting as watching paint dry.... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jai Dee Posted February 8, 2019 Share Posted February 8, 2019 Just a friendly reminder, from the Forum Rules: 1) You will not express disrespect of the King of Thailand or any one member of the Thai royal family, whether living or deceased, nor to criticize the monarchy as an institution.By law, the Thai Royal Family are above politics. Speculation, comments and discussion of either a political or personal nature are not allowed when discussing HM The King or the Royal family.To breach these rules may result in immediate ban. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geoffbezoz Posted February 8, 2019 Share Posted February 8, 2019 2 hours ago, Hayduke said: Astounding. If this is true...the general's ship of fools may have finally run aground. Watch the terrified Junta rats frantically scrambling for their sorry lives. Indeed, they would be totally out maneuvered by people with brains rather than just military fools whom think guns give you intelligence and a free hand in robbing a country. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post cornishcarlos Posted February 8, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted February 8, 2019 According to what I have read, the potential candidate is not part of THE family, as she married an American... Therefore I'm not sure how anyone can breach forum rules ?? 4 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eligius Posted February 8, 2019 Share Posted February 8, 2019 2 hours ago, cornishcarlos said: I just read it and didn't need to subscribe !! That's the 1st time I've actually seen the potentials name mentioned... This could be exciting as Mr P will be long gone very quickly, if true. Guess that's why he's waiting until 10am to make his decision, obviously he still doesn't know if this is just a rumor ???? Yes, I read the whole article too, without subscribing (there are ways and means - if one has quick fingers on the computer keyboard!). This really is TOTALLY unexpected news and could throw EVERYTHING up in the air. It really would mean that all bets are now off. But as yet - it remains a rumour. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eligius Posted February 8, 2019 Share Posted February 8, 2019 8 minutes ago, cornishcarlos said: According to what I have read, the potential candidate is not part of THE family, as she married an American... Therefore I'm not sure how anyone can breach forum rules ?? Biology, dear boy, biology! Lost titles are one thing - persisting bloodline another! So I imagine Forum rules would still apply in this case (although I HOPE I am wrong!). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SABloke Posted February 8, 2019 Share Posted February 8, 2019 Caption: "Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha eats street food during his lunch at Nang Loeng market in Bangkok yesterday." Street food my ass. Sure, the restaurant was located on a street, but that's as far as the "street"part goes. The fact that his Kung Ob Woonsen is served in a metal pan and not a styrofoam bowl also indicates that its far from "street food". And Kung Ob Woonsen starts at 150 - 200 Baht. So he's looking like he's gobbling down at least 600 Baht for lunch. How very frugal of him ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madmitch Posted February 8, 2019 Share Posted February 8, 2019 1 hour ago, klauskunkel said: Will Prayut say yes? Shhh, he is asking his noodles for advice. Prayut has made a big mistake. Eating noodles whilst wearing a white shirt is a definite no-no! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Loh Posted February 8, 2019 Share Posted February 8, 2019 2 hours ago, madmen said: He is the man. A general and pm in one. Thailand NEEDS a strong leader He is a paper tiger and non elected PM. Agreed with you that he is a general and should stayed as one. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Siamesecarper Posted February 8, 2019 Share Posted February 8, 2019 Cat amongst the pigeons now - wow! What will he do next? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Eligius Posted February 8, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted February 8, 2019 10 minutes ago, Siamesecarper said: Cat amongst the pigeons now - wow! What will he do next? Absolutely right. If the rumour is true, then Thaksin has played an IMMENSELY skilful and clever hand. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fantom Posted February 8, 2019 Share Posted February 8, 2019 3 hours ago, kannot said: dont know how he has the cheek to even call himself that He's not a Prime Minister, he's just a very naughty little general. (Apologies to Mr Python) 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Siamesecarper Posted February 8, 2019 Share Posted February 8, 2019 According to reports Prayut has accepted the nomination which puts him in an interesting position to say the least! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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