Thaksin Advised Against Exerting Excess Behind-The-Scenes Power

[webfact]

 

Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra has been cautioned to limit his political influence from behind the scenes, as noted by a high-profile former Pheu Thai Party official.

 

This development follows a recent petition filed by 40 senators to impeach Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, whom many believe was quietly supported by Thaksin's sibling, deposed Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra.

 

Former National Security Council secretary-general Paradorn Pattanatabut explained that powerful elements within the government have essentially given Thaksin a lesson in not overextending his hidden political influence. According to Paradorn, Thaksin's overt manoeuvres have reportedly stirred unrest among those currently wielding power.

 

The Senate petition targets Srettha and former Prime Minister’s Office minister Pichit Chuenban—who resigned today—for alleged constitutional breaches. If the Constitutional Court accepts the impeachment petition, the Prime Minister might face immediate suspension while awaiting further rulings.

 

 

Thaksin’s growing influence is being closely scrutinised, especially as the Office of the Attorney-General is set to decide on a long-postponed lese majeste case involving Thaksin. The case stems from comments he made about the monarchy during a 2015 interview, which could lead to further legal complications.

 

Paradorn disclosed that Thaksin had supposedly agreed to a "secret deal" enabling his return to Thailand from 17 years in self-imposed exile last August. As part of this arrangement, Thaksin avoided imprisonment, receiving medical privileges instead. These actions have consistently fuelled allegations of corruption and preferential treatment.

 

Upon his parole, Thaksin swiftly resumed his shadowy political activities, including hosting prominent international figures and engaging in controversial discussions that have rankled the ruling elites. His so-called ‘secret’ meetings and dealings have prompted the powers-that-be to caution him against overstepping his bounds, forcing Thaksin to reconsider his approach in wielding influence without crossing the delicate political lines in Thailand.

 

Thaksin Shinawatra. File photo courtesy: Thai Rath

 

-- 2024-05-22

 

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[HappyExpat57]

Yeah, he really has a history of listening to others and doing what he is told to do.

[OneMoreFarang]

He could have settled to the life of a retired grandfather, play with his grandchildren, and live in peace.

But no, that is obviously not what the criminal wanted.

Thailand had enough of Thaksin, the Shinawatras, and their minions. 

[stoner]

1 hour ago, webfact said:

Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra has been cautioned to limit his political influence from behind the scenes, as noted by a high-profile former Pheu Thai Party official.

 

limit ?

 

i didn't know he was still an active member of the party. 

[Artisi]

30 minutes ago, stoner said:

 

limit ?

 

i didn't know he was still an active member of the party. 

He is the party..... 

[ikke1959]

It is no surprise everybody knew that he was already active in politics in Dubai, and now at home he has expanded his power... He thought it be something else?? That is the result of doing something without thinking....

[watchcat]

2 hours ago, HappyExpat57 said:

Yeah, he really has a history of listening to others and doing what he is told to do.

 

It's time to learn now, especially after this "deal".

[Tropicalevo]

2 hours ago, webfact said:

limit his political influence from behind the scenes,

Why just pick on Thaksin?

What about all of the 'generals' and rich businessmen?

[Tropicalevo]

2 hours ago, OneMoreFarang said:

Thailand had enough of Thaksin, the Shinawatras, and their minions. 

I think that you may find that you are in a minority here.

Lots of Thais that I speak to still support him. Always have and always will.

NB I do not speak to many ultra rich, generals or influencers.

[OneMoreFarang]

27 minutes ago, Tropicalevo said:

I think that you may find that you are in a minority here.

Lots of Thais that I speak to still support him. Always have and always will.

NB I do not speak to many ultra rich, generals or influencers.

Let me guess, you live somewhere up country in a red village.

 

I find it always amazing when Thais pretend they don't want corruption and at the same time they want criminals and their minions as their leaders.

Amazing Thailand. 

 

 

[watchcat]

44 minutes ago, Tropicalevo said:

Lots of Thais that I speak to still support him. Always have and always will.

 

Why?

[GrungthepGringo]

2 hours ago, Artisi said:

He is the party..... 

 

You mean he's like the life of the party?

[GrungthepGringo]

4 hours ago, webfact said:

Thaksin’s growing influence is being closely scrutinised,

Growing? Isn't it fully grown? The question really is will he be stopped. The answer seemingly is no. 

[GrungthepGringo]

4 hours ago, webfact said:

Upon his parole, Thaksin swiftly resumed his shadowy political activities,

Well, that's a big surprise. Nobody saw that coming, right? 

[Peabody]

4 hours ago, webfact said:

...forcing Thaksin to reconsider his approach in wielding influence without crossing the delicate political lines in Thailand

Doubt it.

[dinsdale]

Thaksin Advised Against Exerting Excess Behind-The-Scenes Power

Shinawatra has been cautioned to limit his political influence from behind the scenes

So as long as he limits it to somewhere less than excessive it's ok then? Cabinet reshuffle? Less than excessive? It would seem so. Absurd.

[GrungthepGringo]

The irony is that the kinds of things he is doing now are what caused the coup and him having to go into self imposed exile for 17 years. 
 

Then, he came back, got fully pardoned, freed to do whatever he wants, plus everyone in government and military has been extremely tolerant, and now he's acting as if he is still PM and as if nothing ever happened. So where is this all heading? 

[Mr Meeseeks]

4 hours ago, OneMoreFarang said:

He could have settled to the life of a retired grandfather, play with his grandchildren, and live in peace.

But no, that is obviously not what the criminal wanted.

Thailand had enough of Thaksin, the Shinawatras, and their minions. 

 

Evidently not though. 

 

He's back and running things and nobody seems to care.

[Mr Meeseeks]

10 minutes ago, GrungthepGringo said:

The irony is that the kinds of things he is doing now are what caused the coup and him having to go into self imposed exile for 17 years. 
 

Then, he came back, got fully pardoned, freed to do whatever he wants, plus everyone in government and military has been extremely tolerant, and now he's acting as if he is still PM and as if nothing ever happened. So where is this all heading? 

 

I think you have answered your own question there.

[GrungthepGringo]

5 minutes ago, Mr Meeseeks said:

 

I think you have answered your own question there.

PM2.5?

 

 

Edited May 22 by GrungthepGringo

[GrungthepGringo]

5 minutes ago, Mr Meeseeks said:

He's back and running things and nobody seems to care.

Really? Isn't seeming to care what this article is all about? 

[Mr Meeseeks]

1 minute ago, GrungthepGringo said:

Really? Isn't seeming to care what this article is all about? 

 

Get back to me when the street protests begin. 

[StayinThailand2much]

Look at him! If they ever made 'Godfather IV', it would have to be in Thailand with him in the title role. 😆 

Edited May 22 by StayinThailand2much

[GrungthepGringo]

3 minutes ago, Mr Meeseeks said:

 

Get back to me when the street protests begin. 

To protest what?

[GarryP]

4 hours ago, OneMoreFarang said:

He could have settled to the life of a retired grandfather, play with his grandchildren, and live in peace.

But no, that is obviously not what the criminal wanted.

Thailand had enough of Thaksin, the Shinawatras, and their minions. 

True, but we've had enough of "those currently wielding power" too. And that is not limited to the senators. 😉

[GarryP]

1 hour ago, OneMoreFarang said:

Let me guess, you live somewhere up country in a red village.

 

I find it always amazing when Thais pretend they don't want corruption and at the same time they want criminals and their minions as their leaders.

Amazing Thailand. 

 

 

I now live upcountry and not one person I have talked politics with support Thaksin anymore. Even former redshirts have had enough and seem to be moving orange. He is past his sell by date, but being the egotistical tw@t he is, he won't step away from his power obsession voluntarily.   

[GarryP]

17 minutes ago, GrungthepGringo said:

To protest what?

I think he meant street parties. 

[GrungthepGringo]

39 minutes ago, GarryP said:

I think he meant street parties. 

Yeah, who doesn't miss DLR:

 

 

[newbee2022]

6 hours ago, webfact said:

 

Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra has been cautioned to limit his political influence from behind the scenes, as noted by a high-profile former Pheu Thai Party official.

 

This development follows a recent petition filed by 40 senators to impeach Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, whom many believe was quietly supported by Thaksin's sibling, deposed Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra.

 

Former National Security Council secretary-general Paradorn Pattanatabut explained that powerful elements within the government have essentially given Thaksin a lesson in not overextending his hidden political influence. According to Paradorn, Thaksin's overt manoeuvres have reportedly stirred unrest among those currently wielding power.

 

The Senate petition targets Srettha and former Prime Minister’s Office minister Pichit Chuenban—who resigned today—for alleged constitutional breaches. If the Constitutional Court accepts the impeachment petition, the Prime Minister might face immediate suspension while awaiting further rulings.

 

 

 

Thaksin’s growing influence is being closely scrutinised, especially as the Office of the Attorney-General is set to decide on a long-postponed lese majeste case involving Thaksin. The case stems from comments he made about the monarchy during a 2015 interview, which could lead to further legal complications.

 

Paradorn disclosed that Thaksin had supposedly agreed to a "secret deal" enabling his return to Thailand from 17 years in self-imposed exile last August. As part of this arrangement, Thaksin avoided imprisonment, receiving medical privileges instead. These actions have consistently fuelled allegations of corruption and preferential treatment.

 

Upon his parole, Thaksin swiftly resumed his shadowy political activities, including hosting prominent international figures and engaging in controversial discussions that have rankled the ruling elites. His so-called ‘secret’ meetings and dealings have prompted the powers-that-be to caution him against overstepping his bounds, forcing Thaksin to reconsider his approach in wielding influence without crossing the delicate political lines in Thailand.

 

Thaksin Shinawatra. File photo courtesy: Thai Rath

 

-- 2024-05-22

 

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Actually, he gives a damn' 💩 about what people think and talk about him🙏

[OneMoreFarang]

1 hour ago, GarryP said:

I now live upcountry and not one person I have talked politics with support Thaksin anymore. Even former redshirts have had enough and seem to be moving orange. He is past his sell by date, but being the egotistical tw@t he is, he won't step away from his power obsession voluntarily.   

Amazing. Maybe there is hope.