Thailand's Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra arrives for a group photo at the government house before taking oath in front of Thailand's King Maha Vajiralongkorn in Bangkok, Thailand, Friday, Sept. 6, 2024. (AP Photo/Sakchai Lalit)

 

Paetongtarn Shinawatra, Thailand's Prime Minister, has been celebrated in the latest TIME100 Next list. Recognising rising leaders and influential figures globally, the list highlights Paetongtarn's growing impact on the political landscape. As the youngest daughter of former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra, Paetongtarn has emerged as a vital voice within Thailand and beyond.

 

Her political journey is deeply rooted in a family legacy that has significantly shaped Thailand's modern political climate. Paetongtarn is part of the Shinawatra family, known for their significant political and economic influence.

 

Her father, Thaksin Shinawatra, was a dominant figure in Thai politics, elected Prime Minister in 2001 before being ousted in 2006. Despite the challenges faced by her family, including political upheavals and judicial interventions, Paetongtarn has forged her own path in politics.

 

Earlier this year, Paetongtarn was thrust into the international spotlight when she became Thailand’s Prime Minister. Her leadership marked a significant milestone, as she stood as Asia's youngest-ever female leader. This appointment coincided with significant political tensions within Thailand, following the controversial dismissal of a Pheu Thai Party colleague by the Constitutional Court.

Paetongtarn is tasked with the significant challenge of navigating a complex political environment, staying true to the call for economic reform and change she has championed. Her vision for Thailand includes implementing robust economic policies while seeking to mend relations within the nation's often fractious political sphere.

 

In an interview with TIME, Paetongtarn boldly stated, “Thailand needs change,” reflecting her commitment to steering the country towards progressive transformation. Her inclusion in the TIME100 Next list underscores her potential and significance on the global stage, as she continues to inspire and lead in a rapidly evolving political era.

 

-- 2024-10-03

 

Good to see she has her parachute wings  🤣

Edited October 3, 20241 yr by JoePai

Means nothing. So was Pita and look how the corrupt system that protects the establishment's power and wealth dealt with him.

Edited October 3, 20241 yr by dinsdale

18 hours ago, webfact said:

As the youngest daughter of former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra, Paetongtarn has emerged as a vital voice within Thailand and beyond.

The voice controlled by a puppet master pulling the strings, she has no political history to prove her worth.

17 hours ago, JoePai said:

Good to see she has her parachute wings  🤣

You need those when you fall from grace.

What an absurd joke. 

 

She's achieved nothing as of yet, and has got into her position because of nepotism. 

 

Nothing inspiring at all.

 

The country continues to rely on cheap mass tourism.  

Named in TIME-100 Next Influential List

Who will it be next year or even next quarter?

Thailand now is the Hub of Dishonorable Governments.

daddy is on what number and did she take the oat via video conferencing?

Maybe they meant to say TIKTOK influencer. 

Definitely on top of my list of PMILF.

 

Um, is Time paid for such nonsense.

Soon to be a resident of Dubai, give her time, the rest of her family seems to enjoy it there.

2 minutes ago, Aussie999 said:

Um, is Time paid for such nonsense.

I had forgotten Time still existed! Used to be a must-read, um, about 50 or 60 years ago.