Thaksin Open to Coalition with Democrats Amidst Internal Rifts

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FILE - Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra, center, arrives at Don Muang airport in Bangkok, Thailand, on Aug. 22, 2023. (AP Photo/Sakchai Lalit, File)

 

Pheu Thai's de facto leader, Thaksin Shinawatra, disclosed today that his party is open to the idea of more parties joining the governing coalition, including the Democrats.

 

Thaksin noted the possibility of the Palang Pracharath party, currently experiencing internal discord, joining the new government. However, he emphasised that the party must mend its internal divisions first. Drawing from the lyrics of a well-known song, he stressed, “If you want to come, you must come as a whole.”

 

The Palang Pracharath party is currently divided into two factions: one led by the party secretary-general Thammanat Prompao, and the other by party leader General Prawit Wongsuwan. Thaksin indicated a preference for the faction that demonstrated unwavering support for the previous administration, likely referring to Thammanat’s group.

 

Thaksin also clarified that the responsibility for appointing cabinet members rested with Pheu Thai and that he had no intention of intervening in this process. He decisively denied any media reports suggesting he had been in contact with General Prawit, reported Thai PBS.

 

On the potential inclusion of the Democrat party in the coalition, Thaksin remarked that every government seeks stability to boost confidence in the nation. “It is possible,” he stated, leaving the door open for broader coalition dynamics.

 

Thaksin also underscored the importance of a stringent vetting process for potential ministers, mentioning that those at risk of disqualification should voluntarily step aside.

 

Thaksin's comments reflect a strategic readiness to foster a diverse and stable governing coalition. As internal and external alignments take shape, his approach prioritises unity and stability, paving the way for a potentially broader coalition government.

 

-- 2024-08-21

 

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[Geoffggi]

1 hour ago, webfact said:

Thaksin also underscored the importance of a stringent vetting process for potential ministers, mentioning that those at risk of disqualification should voluntarily step aside.

Was this a personal note to himself ?? ....................LOL

[JimHuaHin]

The de facto PM speaks.

[2baht]

Come on boys, show us who is the greediest this time around!

[John Drake]

His grip gets tighter every day.

[mark131v]

You sleep with dogs and you're going to get fleas, tbh that could be said of all party's concerned as none of them are clean!

 

Thailand yet again showing morales, scruples or honestly are not wanted or required in their ruling classes, shameful but unfortunately nothing new....

[Gottfrid]

Business as usual. Roll up the sleeves and rake the dough.

[hotchilli]

6 hours ago, webfact said:

Pheu Thai's de facto leader, Thaksin Shinawatra, disclosed today that his party is open to the idea of more parties joining the governing coalition, including the Democrats.

Just in-case some don't know who's in charge he's just clarified it.

[hotchilli]

5 hours ago, Geoffggi said:

Was this a personal note to himself ?? ....................LOL

Excluded himself... above the law.

[Aussie999]

“Pheu Thai's de facto leader," should we move on and now call him Thailand's defacto Prime Minister.

[bradiston]

If I was Thai I'd have hired a lawyer to petition the EC or the court who paroled him to notify them of parole violations. I know he's off parole now but this has been going on for months. How does he get away with it? He's a convicted felon, never mind the ridiculous "Certificate of Innocence". He was found guilty. The only way he can be found not guilty is at a retrial, for which there have to be very good grounds. He has a criminal record. Isn't that enough to shut him up?

[smedly]

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