Thailand’s prime minister unfazed by triple prime minister’s scenario

[webfact]

 

Despite the growing public opinion of a potential ‘triple prime ministers’ scenario, Thailand’s current Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin remains unfazed. He expressed confidence in his ability to execute his duties as the nation’s sole leader, regardless of differing perceptions.

 

Speculation about the possible return of former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra to politics has been rife since his parole release two weeks ago. Observers predict his influence could lead to a dual prime minister situation.

 

The conjecture extends further to a triple prime minister scenario given Thaksin’s youngest daughter, Paetongtarn, holds significant roles within the Pheu Thai Party. Thaksin is considered the unofficial leader of this party, and Paetongtarn could potentially act as a covert premier, reported Bangkok Post.

 

“The ‘double’ or ‘triple prime minister’ phenomenon is just a phrase. Everyone wants the country to move forward regardless of their political affiliations,” PM Srettha stated.

Thavisin disclosed his openness to advice from former prime ministers, including Thaksin. However, the decision to implement any such advice would ultimately be his. He expressed no objection if his cabinet ministers chose to visit Thaksin given their longstanding acquaintance.

In response to queries about a potential cabinet reshuffle discussed during a private meeting with Thaksin last Saturday, Thavisin chose to evade the question. “When the time comes, you’ll know. And I’ll be the one to forward the matter reshuffle for royal approval,” he declared.

 

On the other hand, Pheu Thai leader Paetongtarn shared a candid snapshot on Instagram of herself and her siblings at their family’s Chan Song La residence on Sunday. The occasion was a dinner with Thaksin and their mother, Khunying Potjaman Na Pombejra.

 

She described the day as memorable for the family and mentioned plans for another gathering with Thaksin’s grandchildren, sons-in-law, and daughter-in-law the following Sunday.

In a Sunday interview, Paetongtarn reported an improvement in her father’s mental and physical health since his hospital release. She assured that he would be ready to receive visitors, particularly long-time supporters when the time was right.

 

When questioned about the double prime minister scenario, Paetongtarn dismissed the topic. “Why don’t we drop this issue and let PM Srettha work in peace?” she suggested.

 

by Mitch Connor

Photo courtesy of Chanat Katanya

 

Source: The Thaiger 2024-02-27

 

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[dinsdale]

Maybe this is all part of the bigger plan by the military/elites and more than likely another influence to destabilise parliament. Parliament is dissolved, fresh elections are run and MF or whatever they're called at the time and PT will have some sort of charges against them and the aforementioned military/elite will once again be in full control. Just a scenario but IMO not one that can be fully disregarded. 

[ikke1959]

If they really want the country to move forward, they should have give MFP a chance instead of the witch hunt they are doing now on this party and leaders.. But in the land of dinosaurs it will take a very long time before the country even starts to move

[Pouatchee]

1 hour ago, webfact said:

Paetongtarn reported an improvement in her father’s mental and physical health since his hospital release. She assured that he would be ready to receive visitors, particularly long-time supporters when the time was right.

 

as expected...

[Artisi]

1 hour ago, Pouatchee said:

 

as expected...

Seems to be taking too long, 1 week should have been more than sufficient. 

[klauskunkel]

5 hours ago, webfact said:

Thavisin chose to evade the question. “When the time comes, you’ll know. And I’ll be the one to forward the matter reshuffle for royal approval,” he declared

reading the statement from a cue card Thaksin had given him.

[Srikcir]

5 hours ago, webfact said:

Thavisin disclosed his openness to advice from former prime ministers, including Thaksin.

Sources for advice are best kept in plain view. Put them all in the Office of the PM frankly, it keeps them accountable to the public for their advice.

[jippytum]

Of course he's unfazed. Mr T pulls the strings and the PM  dances to the Shinawatra waltz. 

[hotchilli]

6 hours ago, webfact said:

Speculation about the possible return of former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra to politics has been rife since his parole release two weeks ago. Observers predict his influence could lead to a dual prime minister situation.

Thaksins influence will be done from the shadows, and his younger family members who will be within the ranks doing his bidding.

[Skeptic7]

Puppet. 

[PETERTHEEATER]

I think Sretta should be reaassigned as Foreign Minister. He has all the physical attributes. Tall, well dressed, imposing figure, good English language skills. Well travelled. He could present scripts fed to him by his support team and soon become well known Internationally. Meanwhile, back at the ranch........

[Tropicalevo]

News reporting on the political situation here in Thailand is a joke.

It is only there to sell news.

There have always been, and will always be people, behind the scenes 'giving advise'.

It happens everywhere.