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Thaksin Essential for PM's Survival but Formal Post Undesired - Poll


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27 minutes ago, lordgrinz said:

Why does everybody here, including lowly government employees, wear what appears to be uniforms that resemble those of Admirals of great militaries? They even cover them with fake badges and insignias.

 

 Some are big on watches as well.

What a specimen. 

 

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Posted
1 hour ago, lordgrinz said:

Why does everybody here, including lowly government employees, wear what appears to be uniforms that resemble those of Admirals of great militaries? They even cover them with fake badges and insignias.

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2 hours ago, Emdog said:

Brings to mind Scientology whack job "sea org" outfits image.jpeg.b93692631073c8aec9f9b4f7079e08b2.jpeg

the white tee shirts and red hot pants were better

Posted
4 hours ago, webfact said:

A recent poll indicates that Thailand's Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra's administration heavily relies on the involvement of her father, former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra, though the public does not favour him holding any formal government position

Maybe someone should clarify the above

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6 hours ago, webfact said:

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

 

A recent poll indicates that Thailand's Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra's administration heavily relies on the involvement of her father, former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra, though the public does not favour him holding any formal government position.

 

The poll, conducted by the National Institute of Development Administration (NIDA), reveals that 59.01% of respondents believe Paetongtarn cannot effectively run the country without her father's support. Furthermore, 15.42% think it would be nearly impossible for her to govern without his advice.

 

However, opinions on Paetongtarn's capabilities are not entirely bleak, with 14.96% of respondents convinced she can manage without Thaksin's involvement and 9.77% expressing complete confidence in her abilities.

 

One of the most striking findings of the NIDA poll is the public sentiment towards Thaksin's official role in the government. A significant 37.79% of those surveyed believe Thaksin should steer clear of any formal position and instead advise his daughter in an unofficial capacity. Meanwhile, another 26.95% are of the opinion that Thaksin should allow Paetongtarn to wield full control without his intervention.

 

These results shed light on the delicate balance the Shinawatra family must navigate, as Thaksin's influence remains pervasive and controversial in Thailand's political landscape. His tenure as Prime Minister from 2001 to 2006 ended abruptly due to a military coup, leading to his self-imposed exile.

 

Paetongtarn's leadership is already under scrutiny as she tries to steady the government amid Thailand's complex political environment. Whether she opts to heed public opinion by utilising her father's expertise behind the scenes or attempts to assert her independence remains to be seen. Regardless, the poll underscores how crucial Thaksin's role, albeit informal, could be for her administration's survival.

 

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15 minutes ago, Geir Rasch said:

Not a joke, it's a Tragedy.

 

15 minutes ago, Geir Rasch said:

Not a joke, it's a Tragedy.

 

15 minutes ago, Geir Rasch said:

Not a joke, it's a Tragedy.

They will work as a team....she will make the coffee.

Posted
6 hours ago, lordgrinz said:

They even cover them with fake badges and insignias.

Similarly ...

"What's with the Aviator Wings on the Thai Police Uniforms?"

October 5, 2015 in ASEAN NOW Community Pub.

 

Posted
6 hours ago, lordgrinz said:

Why does everybody here, including lowly government employees, wear what appears to be uniforms that resemble those of Admirals of great militaries? They even cover them with fake badges and insignias.

 

Both Shins have more service ribbons than did Eisenhower.

Posted
7 hours ago, lordgrinz said:

Why does everybody here, including lowly government employees, wear what appears to be uniforms that resemble those of Admirals of great militaries? They even cover them with fake badges and insignias.

 

Everything has a military theme due to it being an establishment where people strictly adhere to their roles and show absolute respect and obedience to those above them.

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Where the hell do they get all those ribbons on their tunics?  Neither one has ever been in the military.  

Posted
5 hours ago, soalbundy said:

 

 

 

They will work as a team....she will make the coffee.

Can she cook anything?

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Posted
On 8/26/2024 at 9:05 AM, lordgrinz said:

Why does everybody here, including lowly government employees, wear what appears to be uniforms that resemble those of Admirals of great militaries? They even cover them with fake badges and insignias.

Have you ever seen the UK's old King Charlie, full of medals, insignia, bling, and not to forget a funny hat. A pure insult to the genuine veteran war hero's.

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