Thailand's Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra is on the brink of a critical decision that could shape the future of his daughter's new government. As the influential figure behind newly appointed Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, Thaksin must choose between two Palang Pracharath leaders, Prawit Wongsuwan and Thammanat Prompao, to join the coalition cabinet.

 

Thaksin’s dilemma arises from the contrasting positions of the two Palang Pracharath factions. Prawit, the party leader and a seasoned political player, is keen on maintaining his party’s 40 MPs within the Pheu Thai-led government. He has proposed four ministerial candidates, including his brother Patcharawat Wongsuwan, and Thammanat.

 

Conversely, Thammanat, the party secretary-general, angling for a spot in the cabinet preferably absent of Prawit’s influence, is backed by a faction of MPs ready to break ranks. Thammanat’s chequered past includes a drug-trafficking conviction in Australia, adding a layer of complexity to Thaksin's choice, reported Thai Newsroom.

 

Paetongtarn, emphasizing integrity, has pledged to scrutinize all cabinet appointees’ backgrounds to avoid past mistakes. Under former Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, the cabinet faced backlash for appointing a minister with a contentious history, underscoring the stakes in Thaksin's current deliberation.

 

Thammanat has recommended alternatives like Naruemon Pinyosinwat and his brother Akhara Prompao while subtly pushing for the exclusion of Prawit’s nominees. His long-standing association with Thaksin juxtaposes the latter's strained relationship with Prawit, suspected of engineering Srettha's removal by mobilizing impeachment actions through former senators.

 

Simultaneously, behind-the-scenes maneuvering sees Thammanat seeking alliances with the Democrat Party, potentially bringing 21 MPs into the fold if the Democrats join the Pheu Thai-led coalition. Democrat leader Chalermchai Sri-on and secretary-general Det-it Khaothong could then secure ministerial roles.

 

In other moves, Bhumjaithai and Ruam Thai Sang Chart coalition partners have submitted their ministerial candidates smoothly. Yet, the acceptance of controversial figures like Ekanat Prompan, linked to past political unrest and the 2014 coup, is still uncertain.

 

As Thaksin weighs Prawit’s pragmatic approach against Thammanat’s rebellious but loyal faction, his decision will not only define the cabinet but could also influence Thailand's political landscape in the new administration’s early days.

 

TOP Picture courtesy: Thai Rath

 

-- 2024-08-26

 

 

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2 hours ago, webfact said:

 

Thailand's Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra is on the brink of a critical decision that could shape the future of his daughter's new government.

 

The only critical decision he has to do should be taking care of his grandchildren, and not getting involved in politics, but he couldn't leave the latter part alone could he?

4 hours ago, webfact said:

 

Thailand's Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra is on the brink of a critical decision that could shape the future of his daughter's new government.

Thailand's Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra is on the brink of a critical decision that could shape the future of his daughter's new puppet's new government.

3 hours ago, webfact said:

Paetongtarn, emphasizing integrity, has pledged to scrutinize all cabinet appointees’ backgrounds to avoid past mistakes.

She will do whatever Daddy say's. She has no influence or integrity.

This whole situation is a farce.

what the <deleted> is going on with thailand. this is beyond stupid now.

1 hour ago, watchcat said:

 

The only critical decision he has to do should be taking care of his grandchildren, and not getting involved in politics, but he couldn't leave the latter part alone could he?

Once a player always a player...

What a choice! Will nothing slow the rapid pace that place is developing! Watch collectors, flour smugglers, can we find more men of boundless integrity!

I left and came here to get away from country politics.  Why any expat who is living here gets involved and emotional about Thailand politics, is beyond stupid to me.  Enjoy, live your life why even think about any of this because no matter what happens things pretty much remain the same.

3 hours ago, webfact said:

Thaksin must choose between two Palang Pracharath leaders, Prawit Wongsuwan and Thammanat Prompao, to join the coalition cabinet.

So then everyone is in agreement. Thaksin is now the new PM making all the important decisions for the government. Controlling his daughter like a puppet. 

Thaksin shouldn't do anythjing as he is  not in the Government and no member of the  Palang Pracharath..  Again  an evidence who is really in power t the moment

Avoid Thammanat like the plague if they want to avoid any accusations of ethical violations. Even though he has been a fixture in the PT coalition, this could easily change and a Srettha style complaint made against Ung Ing for appointing him, a convicted felon. Dump the PPP and Roly Poly Prawit.

7 minutes ago, bkk6060 said:

I left and came here to get away from country politics.  Why any expat who is living here gets involved and emotional about Thailand politics, is beyond stupid to me.  Enjoy, live your life why even think about any of this because no matter what happens things pretty much remain the same.

Your lack of interest or concern for Thai politics others find moving is your concern and yours only.

22 minutes ago, 2baht said:

flour smugglers

 

non thai recognized flour to you mister. 

So Toxin is officially the new Prime Minister?

'Crucial Decision Between Prawit and Thammanat for Cabinet'.  What a choice if the criteria is ethical considerations!

4 hours ago, webfact said:

Thailand's Former  Real Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra is on the brink of a critical decision that could shape the future of his daughter's new government.

There, I fixed it!

if Thaksin insists on public meddling in government affairs exile looms for his  daughter. 

44 minutes ago, thesetat2013 said:

So then everyone is in agreement. Thaksin is now the new PM making all the important decisions for the government. Controlling his daughter like a puppet. 

 

Affirmative.

Decisions, eh?

 

The doddering old general who can hardly walk unaided by his bodyguards, a man who attacks journalists and has a watch collection bigger than Breitling, or a convicted drug dealer, who insists he was smuggling flour.

 

Completely bizarre.

2 hours ago, watchcat said:

 

The only critical decision he has to do should be taking care of his grandchildren, and not getting involved in politics, but he couldn't leave the latter part alone could he?

If he continues to get involved, it could bring about his downfall for a second time.

 

While Thaksin in effect is shaping Thailand's political future (something he has vowed numerous times to abstain from), he has delegated his PM daughter to do disaster relief photo ops...

 

Hobson's choice or what?

A watch thief who hits women v a drug dealer

1 hour ago, bkk6060 said:

I left and came here to get away from country politics.  Why any expat who is living here gets involved and emotional about Thailand politics, is beyond stupid to me.  Enjoy, live your life why even think about any of this because no matter what happens things pretty much remain the same.

I wonder if you would feel the same if Thaksin suggested that immigration should increase the financial requirements for expats staying in Thailand or suggest that a tax ID be required for yearly extensions or...Oh I suppose you would just 'up and leave'

Any one with any integrity would choose "None of the above".

2 hours ago, dinsdale said:

Thailand's Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra is on the brink of a critical decision that could shape the future of his daughter's new puppet's new government.

Creating a Rogues Gallery? But are there any honest politicians?

2 hours ago, bradiston said:

Avoid Thammanat like the plague if they want to avoid any accusations of ethical violations. Even though he has been a fixture in the PT coalition, this could easily change and a Srettha style complaint made against Ung Ing for appointing him, a convicted felon. Dump the PPP and Roly Poly Prawit.

No, don't! Light the slow-burning fuse. It will give ammunition for those that will insist on the ousting of them and start rocking the boat. 

2 hours ago, stoner said:

what the f**K is going on with thailand. this is beyond stupid now.

Yeah, it beats me. But, on the other hand, what is really new? Just evolving to fit the purpose a little bit better. And after all the family business, we have the choice. One might argue if it should be pest or cholera?

43 minutes ago, parallelman said:

I wonder if you would feel the same if Thaksin suggested that immigration should increase the financial requirements for expats staying in Thailand or suggest that a tax ID be required for yearly extensions or...Oh I suppose you would just 'up and leave'

Yes, every foreigner has the right to disagree with Thailand immigration rules, and free to leave.

6 hours ago, webfact said:

 

Thailand's Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra is on the brink of a critical decision that could shape the future of his daughter's new government. As the influential figure behind newly appointed Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, Thaksin must choose between two Palang Pracharath leaders, Prawit Wongsuwan and Thammanat Prompao, to join the coalition cabinet.

 

Thaksin’s dilemma arises from the contrasting positions of the two Palang Pracharath factions. Prawit, the party leader and a seasoned political player, is keen on maintaining his party’s 40 MPs within the Pheu Thai-led government. He has proposed four ministerial candidates, including his brother Patcharawat Wongsuwan, and Thammanat.

 

Conversely, Thammanat, the party secretary-general, angling for a spot in the cabinet preferably absent of Prawit’s influence, is backed by a faction of MPs ready to break ranks. Thammanat’s chequered past includes a drug-trafficking conviction in Australia, adding a layer of complexity to Thaksin's choice, reported Thai Newsroom.

 

Paetongtarn, emphasizing integrity, has pledged to scrutinize all cabinet appointees’ backgrounds to avoid past mistakes. Under former Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, the cabinet faced backlash for appointing a minister with a contentious history, underscoring the stakes in Thaksin's current deliberation.

 

Thammanat has recommended alternatives like Naruemon Pinyosinwat and his brother Akhara Prompao while subtly pushing for the exclusion of Prawit’s nominees. His long-standing association with Thaksin juxtaposes the latter's strained relationship with Prawit, suspected of engineering Srettha's removal by mobilizing impeachment actions through former senators.

 

Simultaneously, behind-the-scenes maneuvering sees Thammanat seeking alliances with the Democrat Party, potentially bringing 21 MPs into the fold if the Democrats join the Pheu Thai-led coalition. Democrat leader Chalermchai Sri-on and secretary-general Det-it Khaothong could then secure ministerial roles.

 

In other moves, Bhumjaithai and Ruam Thai Sang Chart coalition partners have submitted their ministerial candidates smoothly. Yet, the acceptance of controversial figures like Ekanat Prompan, linked to past political unrest and the 2014 coup, is still uncertain.

 

As Thaksin weighs Prawit’s pragmatic approach against Thammanat’s rebellious but loyal faction, his decision will not only define the cabinet but could also influence Thailand's political landscape in the new administration’s early days.

 

TOP Picture courtesy: Thai Rath

 

-- 2024-08-26

 

 

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Simple solution is avoid both

 

POrawit because of his past watched\s as well as the pending assault case against him

 

Thammnat because whether it happened in the country or outside, he shows a lack of ethics.

 

Let's face it: It is not as if the PPRP is going to run to join forces with the opposition. Nor are they going to force an election that would be the end of them.

Silly me, I thought the Cabinet was chosen by the PM and the ruling coalition, not by retired ex-convict grandfathers.