Picture courtesy: Thai Rath

 

In a recent statement from Chiang Mai, Thaksin Shinawatra, an influential figure in Thai politics, confidently forecasted that the Pheu Thai-led coalition government, helmed by his daughter Paetongtarn Shinawatra, will persevere through its full four-year mandate until 2027.

 

Despite the potential for intracoalition disputes, Thaksin assured that these would be manageable, hinting at the party's resilience and adaptability among its members.

 

Central to Thaksin's optimism is the ability of Pheu Thai, the coalition's dominant party, to mitigate tensions, particularly with Bhumjaithai, the second largest coalition partner led informally by Newin Chidchob. One major sticking point lies in the approach to amending the constitution.

 

Pheu Thai favours a single-tier referendum while Bhumjaithai pushes for a double-tier system, showing a clear divide on procedural preferences. Nonetheless, Thaksin underscored that such differences would not endanger the alliance, dismissing speculation that Bhumjaithai would be expelled.

 

Thaksin's stance appears to be one of cautious optimism, aiming to reassure both supporters and critics of the coalition's stability. In a hypothetical political crisis, Thaksin expressed confidence that Paetongtarn would maintain her role as Prime Minister without resorting to dissolving the House and prompting an early election.

Her leadership, according to him, will stay firm throughout the legislative term, reflecting her father's strategic influence behind the scenes.

 

This endurance is contextualised by Thaksin's personal history with Thai politics. Both he and his sister Yingluck Shinawatra were previously deposed from the premiership in 2006 and 2014 coups. Despite this historical backdrop, Thaksin expressed his belief that a military coup is unlikely to challenge his daughter's administration.

 

Further countering his critics, Thaksin rejected claims of covertly controlling his daughter's government. In his characteristic manner, he encouraged those accusing him of undue influence to pursue legal avenues, if justifiable.

 

For those tracking developments in Thailand's political landscape, Thaksin's assertions provide a glimpse into the delicate dynamics of the current coalition, valued for its estimated budget management skills worth over 6.3 trillion Baht.

 

The coming months and years will test whether this coalition can indeed fulfil its term, balancing internal differences against the backdrop of Thailand’s broader political tensions, reported Thai Newsroom.

 

-- 2024-12-26

 

 

Paetongtarn is a big girl.  Daddy needs to stop interfering and let her do her job.

Easy tiger or they’ll have you & yours back in Dubai. 

Big Brown Envelopes 

7 hours ago, webfact said:

In a recent statement from Chiang Mai, Thaksin Shinawatra, an influential figure in Thai politics,

 But those who are blind and in the EC or CC can't see it that way

As they are a Government unelected by the people they shouldn't last another four minutes !

7 minutes ago, trainman34014 said:

As they are a Government unelected by the people they shouldn't last another four minutes !

Why they are unelected?

His plan is going along just as he expected TIT