Thaksin Shinawatra Rejects Need for Official Advisor Role with New PM

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Thailand's former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra, left, hugs his daughter and newly elected Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra before the royal endorsement ceremony appointing Paetongtarn as Thailand's new prime minister at Pheu Thai party headquarters in Bangkok, Thailand, Sunday, Aug. 18, 2024. (AP Photo/Sakchai Lalit)

 

Thailand's former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra has stated that he does not need to assume a formal advisory role for the new Prime Minister, his daughter Paetongtarn Shinawatra. According to Thaksin, his daughter can seek his counsel whenever necessary, given their familial relationship.

 

Reflecting on their political journey, Thaksin mentioned that about 23 years ago, he led from the front with Paetongtarn standing behind him. Now, the roles have reversed, and he stands ready to support her from behind.

 

Thaksin acknowledged the immense responsibility that comes with being Prime Minister but noted Paetongtarn's advantage of youth at 37, compared to his 74 years. He praised her gentle and humble nature, expressing confidence that she will garner the support and cooperation needed from all sectors of Thai society to drive the nation forward.

 

He firmly denied any involvement in the formation of the new government, stating that this responsibility lies with Paetongtarn. Thaksin also reassured the public that his daughter's political career would not falter as his did.

 

The forthcoming cabinet, mostly retaining members from the current Srettha government, will see some changes. Pheu Thai will hold 17 seats, Bhumjaithai eight, United Thai Nation and Palang Pracharath four each, and Chart Thai Pattana and Prachachart one each.

 

Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira is reportedly at risk of losing his position, potentially replaced by his deputy, Julapun Amornvivat of the Pheu Thai party, unless another candidate is found. Additionally, Pheu Thai Secretary-General Sorawong Thienthong and party-list MP Khattiya Sawatdiphol might be appointed to cabinet positions.

 

Industry Minister Pimpatra Wichaikul may be replaced by Akanat Promphan, Secretary-General of the United Thai Nation Party. Natural Resources and Environment Minister Patcharawat Wongsuwan of Palang Pracharath might also be replaced by Santi Promphat.

 

-- 2024-08-19

 

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[thaibeachlovers]

30 minutes ago, webfact said:

Thailand's former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra, left, hugs his daughter and newly elected Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra

So fully recovered from the ailments that excused him from a jail cell. It must be a miracle. Praise God!

 

Anyway, how does a criminal get to wander around free as a  bird when he should be in the slammer?

[pomchop]

1 minute ago, thaibeachlovers said:

So fully recovered from the ailments that excused him from a jail cell. It must be a miracle. Praise God!

 

Anyway, how does a criminal get to wander around free as a  bird when he should be in the slammer?

same way as all the coup planners who ousted him in the middle of the night decades ago?  same way as red bull the cop killer?

[sidneybear]

Of course he doesn't need formalities. He's her daddy. 

[sidneybear]

7 minutes ago, thaibeachlovers said:

So fully recovered from the ailments that excused him from a jail cell. It must be a miracle. Praise God!

 

Anyway, how does a criminal get to wander around free as a  bird when he should be in the slammer?

The next coup will need to do the job properly. 

[Luuk Chaai]

so,,,,,,,   what do I do daddy ?     Whatever I tell you to do !

 

[ikke1959]

THat is what he says.... but the reality is opposite

[hotchilli]

3 hours ago, webfact said:

Thailand's former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra, left, hugs his daughter and newly elected Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra before the royal endorsement ceremony appointing Paetongtarn as Thailand's new prime minister at Pheu Thai party headquarters in Bangkok,

Why is he dressed in whites... is he now employed?

[hotchilli]

3 hours ago, webfact said:

Thailand's former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra has stated that he does not need to assume a formal advisory role for the new Prime Minister, his daughter Paetongtarn Shinawatra. According to Thaksin, his daughter can seek his counsel whenever necessary, given their familial relationship.

He has total control of her and over other ministers here in Thailand, but I wonder how she will perform when overseas and one on one with other heads of state.

Will be interesting to see if Daddy flies around the world with her when meeting the big guns.

[Hawaiian]

2 hours ago, thaibeachlovers said:

So fully recovered from the ailments that excused him from a jail cell. It must be a miracle. Praise God!

 

Anyway, how does a criminal get to wander around free as a  bird when he should be in the slammer?

Are you saying he is wearing the wrong uniform?

[webfact]

2 hours ago, thaibeachlovers said:

Anyway, how does a criminal get to wander around free as a  bird when he should be in the slammer?

 

[freedomnow]

18 minutes ago, hotchilli said:

Why is he dressed in whites... is he now employed?

No - HIS SHIP HAS SAILED.

[OneMoreFarang]

Why would anybody vote for a politically inexperienced 37-year-old woman for a leading role which needs lots of experience?

 

They voted for her. Let her do the job alone. And let her fail. And then, next time, vote for someone who is competent and has experience.

 

And with any advisor: Is it possible for any advisor to give good advice without knowing detailed fact? No. So, who will give that old advisor, who didn't live in Thailand for about 15 years, all the detailed facts? And are many of those facts state secrets which shouldn't be shared with ordinary people and especially they shouldn't be shared with convicted criminals?

 

Arrest the daughter for unauthorized sharing of secrets. And arret the criminal for unauthorized meddling in Thai politics. Nobody voted for him.

 

And then have new elections and see what the voters think about that bunch of lying greedy power-hungry politicians from yesterday. 

[spidermike007]

She has already admitted she goes to him for advice. So, why would the role have to be official? 

 

She was installed to make it look like there is a youthful leader, and to try to give many progressive voters some hope. That ruse will not work. She is not progressive, on any level. 

[spidermike007]

9 minutes ago, OneMoreFarang said:

Why would anybody vote for a politically inexperienced 37-year-old woman for a leading role which needs lots of experience?

 

They voted for her. Let her do the job alone. And let her fail. And then, next time, vote for someone who is competent and has experience.

 

And with any advisor: Is it possible for any advisor to give good advice without knowing detailed fact? No. So, who will give that old advisor, who didn't live in Thailand for about 15 years, all the detailed facts? And are many of those facts state secrets which shouldn't be shared with ordinary people and especially they shouldn't be shared with convicted criminals?

 

Arrest the daughter for unauthorized sharing of secrets. And arret the criminal for unauthorized meddling in Thai politics. Nobody voted for him.

 

And then have new elections and see what the voters think about that bunch of lying greedy power-hungry politicians from yesterday. 

That would require some moral authority and the desire for change and progress. Absent! 

[dinsdale]

New PM on the right and the puppeteer on the left. If anyone thinks otherwise they are severely deluded.

[Denim]

4 hours ago, webfact said:

Thaksin mentioned that about 23 years ago, he led from the front with Paetongtarn standing behind him. Now, the roles have reversed, and he stands ready to support her from behind.

 

Well, I think I could do as much without breaking a sweat. All in a days work.

[Tropicalevo]

1 hour ago, freedomnow said:

No - HIS SHIP HAS SAILED.

Just like the Mary Rose, he was sunk, raised from the depths and restored for all of the world to see.

[retarius]

He is the advisor, what need is there for another one?

[newnative]

Umm, duh.

[PETERTHEEATER]

6 hours ago, freedomnow said:

No - HIS SHIP HAS SAILED.

The Titanic I hope?