Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra‘s health condition has sparked controversy, with conflicting reports emerging about his fitness. Justice Minister Tawee Sodsong claims Thaksin’s health is dire, but questions arise after photos surfaced of him lifting weights.

 

Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra’s health has become the centre of a heated debate after Justice Minister Tawee Sodsong asserted his deteriorating condition. Tawee’s remarks came amid mounting criticism from Warong Dechgitvigrom, chairman of the Thai Pakdee Party, questioning Thaksin’s early release on parole.

 

Warong’s doubts surfaced when Thaksin’s daughter, Pheu Thai Party leader Paetongtarn Shinawatra, shared images of Thaksin engaging in physical activities at his Bangkok mansion. Warong argued that Thaksin’s ability to lift dumbbells contradicted parole eligibility criteria.

However, Tawee defended the decision, citing medical advice indicating that Thaksin’s exercises were therapeutic post-surgery. According to Tawee, doctors recommended aqua therapy to aid Thaksin’s shoulder muscle recovery.

The controversy deepened when Warong claimed an investigative report alleged Thaksin’s prolonged hospital stay breached correctional regulations. Yet, confusion ensued when a reporter misinterpreted the report as a medical assessment, prompting Tawee to deny knowledge of any medical files’ leak, reported The Nation.

 

Despite the uproar, Tawee reaffirmed the Corrections Department’s reliance on medical expertise in proposing Thaksin’s parole.

 

In related news, Thaksin reported to the Department of Probation officials in Bangkok Noi district at the Bangkok Probation Office 1 on Monday, March 18, one day ahead of his scheduled visit. This step is a part of 74 year old’s parole conditions, having been convicted and now serving his sentence in a more lenient form.

 

During his visit, the area around Bangkok Probation Office 1 was under heightened security, with access and parking strictly controlled. The duration of Thaksin’s visit was brief, ensuring minimal disruption to the daily operations of the office.

 

In other news, in an extraordinary meeting, Srettha, Thaksin, and Somchai Wongsawat gathered for dinner on March 15 in Chiang Mai.

 

by Mitch Connor

Photo courtesy of The Nation

 

Source: The Thaiger 2024-04-11

 

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1 hour ago, webfact said:

Justice Minister Tawee Sodsong claims Thaksin’s health is dire, but questions arise after photos surfaced of him lifting weights.....

LOL, The Teflon Don....Nothing sticks on him!

3 hours ago, webfact said:

Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra‘s health condition has sparked controversy, with conflicting reports emerging about his fitness. Justice Minister Tawee Sodsong claims Thaksin’s health is dire, but questions arise after photos surfaced of him lifting weights.

Returning to Thailand was aan arranged deal, his move from lock-up to private police hospital was a scam, and his so called "dire" health is just a joke.

Since parole he's been healthy enough to travel to Chiang Mai, hold numerous meetings with PTP members, and now apparently take to playing with the grandchildren in the pool..

showing no surgery scars?

Now the land of dumbell ends, he's served his 48hrs hard labour now it's party time 🤔

He lived in dubai in luxury with everything he needed include the best medical attention if needed.He comes back on a deal we all know this and his health is below par.A photo on the plane shows he is  well.Everybody knows the end result and how much the brown evenlopes carried,Thais must see this at what the rich can do to get away with it .If they think it is right I don,t know. But I think many are not happy with how this went down

Flim flam family. 

Phillipines doesn't want him. 

The Macavity of Thai politics. Never a dull moment!

Thaksin Shinawatra’s ‘secret’ health scandal

 

I'm in on the secret.....He's just a typical older man, the neck brace and gurney were just BS!

He's no more sick than any other 74 year old man is sick.  He's just milking it for all it's worth to get out from under any accountability. Shameful but expected. 

Toxins "not-at-all-secret" health scandal. An outright lie. A sham. A script written, bought and paid for before this scum sucker ever landed back on Thai soil, after being a fugitive "on the run" for 15 years. 

It is a pity that the next thai elections are still 3yrs away .

It is possible that the majority of thai voters does not like the game he played .

I hope that they won't forget until '27 ...

Everybody realize what was happening there’s no surprise there another issue where is the Red Bull kid TIT

Thaksin was made a deal due to the success of the move forward party .

Better the devil you know than the devil you don't.

Much ado about nothing...go drink a beer 🍺 

The box of tricks must be opened for him, as he will be a new PM and he can not be convicted and do a jailterm... so easy it is.......  And that is also the reason why section 112 charges don't count for him too... Nothing new

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I am incredibly amused reading multiple comments from mostly Farangs on this topic! It sounds like most of them know all the facts surrounding this case! In reality, none of them know all the facts and sounding off here is nothing more than Bla Bla Bla !! 

2 hours ago, hotchilli said:

Returning to Thailand was aan arranged deal, his move from lock-up to private police hospital was a scam, and his so called "dire" health is just a joke.

Since parole he's been healthy enough to travel to Chiang Mai, hold numerous meetings with PTP members, and now apparently take to playing with the grandchildren in the pool..

showing no surgery scars?

And you care why?

2 hours ago, Colabamumbai said:

Phillipines doesn't want him. 

What make us think, he want Philippine...a backward, Slump and corrupt place....He has the influence, Money, He can choose a better on Earth, anytime...

I wonder what's up with all the hate against Thaksin in this forum? He's no better or worse than any other ultra-rich person in Thailand (all of whom have been up to things that would lead to a defamation lawsuit against anyone bold enough to point it out..) Controversial he is, but to his defence, at least he was a prime minister lawfully elected by a majority of the people, ousted by a military junta guilty of far worse than him...

1 hour ago, chuang said:

Much ado about nothing...go drink a beer 🍺 

The most sensible comment on this non-subject chuang.

Trouble is that the obsessed Mr T haters just can't let go.

23 minutes ago, Shoeless Joe said:

And you care why?

It’s a comment board. Need the commenter explain why he is commenting?

28 minutes ago, AlexPattaya said:

I am incredibly amused reading multiple comments from mostly Farangs on this topic! It sounds like most of them know all the facts surrounding this case! In reality, none of them know all the facts and sounding off here is nothing more than Bla Bla Bla !! 

Got you in, did'nt it! 

Why is this still in the news? Everyone knows the entire situation is corrupt and Thaksin is nowhere near as sick as those who suck up to him say he is. No-one is fooled by the play-acting, everyone knows the truth, so why keep bringing people out who pretend otherwise. No-one believes them.

6 minutes ago, Bangkok Barry said:

everyone knows the truth, so why keep bringing people out who pretend otherwise. No-one believes them.

It's a cultural thing called face! Don't get too stressed, it's worth nothing!

2 hours ago, bristolgeoff said:

He lived in dubai in luxury with everything he needed include the best medical attention if needed.He comes back on a deal we all know this and his health is below par.A photo on the plane shows he is  well.Everybody knows the end result and how much the brown evenlopes carried,Thais must see this at what the rich can do to get away with it .If they think it is right I don,t know. But I think many are not happy with how this went down

When I try to talk to the Wife about it, all I get is "This is Thailand, He is Rich, so He can do what He wants."

4 hours ago, flyingtlger said:

LOL, The Teflon Don....Nothing sticks on him!

I sense he is over-estimating the power of his wealth and may well find himself back in exile yet again. The ruling establishment don't take kindly to people like him.

2 minutes ago, AhFarangJa said:

When I try to talk to the Wife about it, all I get is "This is Thailand, He is Rich, so He can do what He wants."

Your wife is absolutely right.

Anyone rich and powerful can largely act with impunity here, unless they go up against, or are viewed as a threat by, someone even more rich and powerful, of course. Which is why Thaksin had to flee the country...

Honestly, I'm getting bored with him and his case.

Since we have no bribery and "deals" in Thailand, we can rely on Thailand's police and justice system 100%. Thank you Thailand🙏

6 hours ago, 2baht said:

Thaksin Shinawatra’s ‘secret’ health scandal

 

I'm in on the secret.....He's just a typical older man, the neck brace and gurney were just BS!

Don't say it's so!😯 Such an honored and revered man would never stoop to such depraved levels!