Many were surprised to see master powerbroker Thammanat Prompow kneeling on stage to present a garland to Palang Pracharath leader General Prawit Wongsuwan, in a symbolic apology and show of remorse. But analysts say it was just a political show aimed at legitimizing his imminent return to the ruling party.

 

The January 16 event in Thammanat’s northern constituency of Phayao saw Palang Pracharath deputy leader Wirach Ratanasate welcome Thammanat and announce that “the father is very happy that his son has returned home.”

 

Thammanat responded by saying he was ready to follow Prawit’s orders, also promising to help him become the next prime minister. That promise carries weight, given the former Palang Pracharath secretary general’s extensive political connections and deal-making skills.

 

For many political observers, Thammanat could serve as the perfect link between Prawit and fugitive former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra, patriarch of the opposition Pheu Thai Party.

 

Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/thammanat-prawit-and-the-predicted-return-of-thaksin-shinawatra/

 

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when does Thailand enter the 21st century??? So outdated to kneel for a political leader....

In a country that worship Thai soaps and deal in optics over action this is expected.  It is also done in north American politics but they kiss the posterior or ring in private.

 

Will thaksins be satisfied having part of the pm ear or does he want total control.

 

Kid yourself not if PT wins the most seats it will be a PT pm or all hell will break loose and the army will not be able to put humpty back together again 

 

1 hour ago, webfact said:

Thammanat responded by saying he was ready to follow Prawit’s orders, also promising to help him become the next prime minister. That promise carries weight, given the former Palang Pracharath secretary general’s extensive political connections and deal-making skills.

in two words  " browny nose"

Did Thammanat learn how to make deals by selling his white powder? Asking for the Australian prison system.

1 hour ago, ikke1959 said:

when does Thailand enter the 21st century??? So outdated to kneel for a political leader....

He must be a fan of The Game of Thrones.  ????

2 hours ago, webfact said:

The January 16 event in Thammanat’s northern constituency of Phayao saw Palang Pracharath deputy leader Wirach Ratanasate welcome Thammanat and announce that “the father is very happy that his son has returned home.”

Sickening that a man has to grovel at the feet of the puppet master.

"analysts say it was just a political show"

 

glad they explained it for us.......

2 hours ago, ikke1959 said:

when does Thailand enter the 21st century??? So outdated to kneel for a political leader....

About 100 years to go. 

 

All just reminds me of this dude. 

 

 

3 hours ago, webfact said:

deal-making skills.

these fantastic deal making skills also landed him 4 years in ....

Looks like a hand woven noose friends usually bring watches ????

A bit down Thammanat, a bit down....and get closer, let me unzip my pants...

Aside all these shenanigans, should all be looking forward to the Shinawatras return. 

It will provide all the entertainment and drama that we require. 

 

So giddy at the thought!! 

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My wife and her whole family are all Taksin supporter

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but are very doubtful that he will ever return. They think the reports of his return are fabricated by the elite to scare their own supporters into line.

 

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but are very doubtful that he will ever return.