In response to recent speculation, Deputy Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwon denied meeting with exiled former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra during a visit to England. The deputy PM, a list MP and leader of the Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP), stated that he hadn’t been in contact with the fugitive politician in almost two decades.

 

The 77 year old’s recent journey to the UK was solely for medical treatment, with no political undertones, adding he has not met or spoken to the former Thai PM in about 20 years. However, whispers of a clandestine agreement between Prawit and Thaksin were instigated, suggesting the PPRP intended to form a partnership with the Pheu Thai Party.

 

Currently, the Pheu Thai Party is an affiliate of the Move Forward Party (MFP) alliance. If the MFP fails to create a coalition line-up, the rumoured deal could see the PPRP and Pheu Thai Party unite in their efforts.

Despite the 73 year old Thaksin’s exile, he remains a popular figure among Pheu Thai political members.

 

by Bob Scott

Picture courtesy of NNT

 

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Full story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/thai-deputy-pm-denies-secret-meetings-with-exiled-ex-pm-on-uk-trip

 

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I know nothing , the Manuel defence (fawlty towers) , and don't

ask me about watches.....

 

regards worgeordie

1 hour ago, webfact said:

The 77 year old’s recent journey to the UK was solely for medical treatment

Thailand not good enough for the General???

As long as he pays his medical bill, he can stay as long as the law allows, or perhaps there's a fee he has to pay, to cover....what's the medical version of dine and dash...?

Let me guess, Thai Airways first class, complimentary!

6 hours ago, webfact said:

Currently, the Pheu Thai Party is an affiliate of the Move Forward Party (MFP) alliance. If the MFP fails to create a coalition line-up, the rumoured deal could see the PPRP and Pheu Thai Party unite in their efforts.

Just going to dust-off my tin hat, BRB

20 minutes ago, 2baht said:

Let me guess, Thai Airways first class, complimentary!

Airforce?

26 minutes ago, 2baht said:

Let me guess, Thai Airways first class, complimentary!

What I wish. RTAF C130 cargo pallet, no ear defenders.

16 minutes ago, hotchilli said:

Airforce?

Lacks comfort and food!

Both are coming from the same root of cheating, lying and corruption.

So why not meet and make a deal.....as deal makers do?????

20 hours ago, webfact said:

The 77 year old’s recent journey to the UK was solely for medical treatment,

He also sold a few watches Hatton Garden to pay for it!

15 hours ago, 2baht said:

Let me guess, Thai Airways first class, complimentary!

How did he get a visa?  Asking for my GF.

1 minute ago, mikebell said:

How did he get a visa?  Asking for my GF.

Do you know who he is? 

13 minutes ago, mikebell said:

How did he get a visa?  Asking for my GF.

He has a diplomatic passport like all the elites.....Also Bill Gates....Visa is only for the poor....