Popular Post webfact Posted February 20 Popular Post Posted February 20 Picture courtesy: Thai PBS Thaksin Shinawatra, once Thailand's most controversial leader, is navigating fresh waters after returning from a 17-year self-imposed exile. Living in a lavish Bangkok residence, Thaksin has managed to find his footing despite past legal challenges, notably receiving a royal pardon that reduced his sentence from eight years to just one. At 75, Thaksin holds no official political titles. Yet, his influence in Thai politics remains undeniable, particularly within the Pheu Thai Party, where his daughter, Paetongtarn, has risen as Thailand's youngest Prime Minister at 38. Observers speculate Thaksin still exerts significant sway over government decisions. Beyond borders, Thaksin’s influence extends to regional affairs in Myanmar, Cambodia, and Laos. He critiques the illegal operations along the Thai-Myanmar border, implicating them in funding Myanmar's ongoing civil conflicts. Recent moves by his daughter, Paetongtarn—such as cutting utility services to scam-affected areas—illustrate a strategic approach to these issues, aimed at disrupting criminal activities linked to global online frauds. Thaksin’s involvement in regional diplomacy is noteworthy. He has engaged with leaders of Myanmar resistance groups, fostering dialogues aimed at peace. His efforts align with ASEAN initiatives led by Malaysia’s Prime Minister, Anwar Ibrahim, whom Thaksin praises for his incisive leadership. Amid geopolitical tensions between the US and China, Thaksin advocates for ASEAN’s neutrality. Emphasizing ASEAN's strategic demographic and economic potential, he underscores the need for balanced relations, urging greater US engagement without alienating China. On a forward-looking note, Thaksin is considering recommendations to ASEAN for embracing cryptocurrency. With global leaders like Donald Trump showing interest in digital currencies, Thaksin believes ASEAN should explore this domain to stay globally competitive. As Thaksin Shinawatra redefines his role, his blend of political acumen and regional diplomacy continues to shape the landscape in Southeast Asia. His efforts reflect a commitment to fostering stability and growth, underscoring his enduring influence both at home and across the region, reported The Nation. -- 2025-02-21 4 1 4
Popular Post Geoffggi Posted February 21 Popular Post Posted February 21 This whole debacle sends a wrong message to the Thai people while also showing the weakness of the government as a whole. 1 4 3
Pouatchee Posted February 21 Posted February 21 a criminal banned from politics... more going on here than the US of A. I'll stick to the thai dramas... rather than the american soap operas...
Popular Post JimHuaHin Posted February 21 Popular Post Posted February 21 Reshaping Thai politics, or destroying Thailand through his greed? 1 4
Popular Post MikeandDow Posted February 21 Popular Post Posted February 21 A unelected buffoon !!! should be representing thailand in a jail cell 1 2 2
quake Posted February 21 Posted February 21 Tony is back on top of the sand castle again. Who would have thought. 2
Gottfrid Posted February 21 Posted February 21 2 hours ago, ExpatOilWorker said: Funny, I just met Thaksin the other day. That´s like Monty Python and the shoe box story. That´s nothing. I took him to lunch 2 days ago. 😂 1
Popular Post ExpatOilWorker Posted February 21 Popular Post Posted February 21 23 minutes ago, Gottfrid said: That´s like Monty Python and the shoe box story. That´s nothing. I took him to lunch 2 days ago. 😂 Do you also have a video of ur lunch? Because I do. 3
Gottfrid Posted February 21 Posted February 21 2 hours ago, ExpatOilWorker said: Do you also have a video of ur lunch? Because I do. Made by: Japanese Deep Fake Studios 😂😂😂
Popular Post hotchilli Posted February 21 Popular Post Posted February 21 6 hours ago, webfact said: Thaksin has managed to find his footing despite past legal challenges, notably receiving a royal pardon that reduced his sentence from eight years to just one. Which he never served. 1 2 1
Popular Post billd766 Posted February 21 Popular Post Posted February 21 7 minutes ago, hotchilli said: Which he never served. And what punishment was meted out to ALL the generals who held illegal military coups over the decades. If a coup is illegal, then any punishments meted our under a coup government must also be illegal. 2 2
ExpatOilWorker Posted February 21 Posted February 21 21 minutes ago, Gottfrid said: Made by: Japanese Deep Fake Studios 😂😂😂 Nah. I also met his grandchildren a while back. Having a little cute 3 years old girl in Bangkok open some strange doors 🚪. 1
thecyclist Posted February 21 Posted February 21 4 hours ago, ExpatOilWorker said: Do you also have a video of ur lunch? Because I do. He gave me a 100k Baht. I have a video of the money.
ExpatOilWorker Posted February 21 Posted February 21 9 minutes ago, thecyclist said: He gave me a 100k Baht. I have a video of the money. Lucky you, I only got a polite wai.
Thingamabob Posted February 21 Posted February 21 He has bought his way back into Thailand. Be prepared for some odious developments, both for locals and for foreigners. 1
Red Forever Posted February 21 Posted February 21 5 hours ago, ExpatOilWorker said: Do you also have a video of ur lunch? Because I do. You have a video of Gottfrid’s lunch? Please show.
billd766 Posted February 21 Posted February 21 32 minutes ago, Thingamabob said: He has bought his way back into Thailand. Be prepared for some odious developments, both for locals and for foreigners. As odious as yet another military coup? AFAIR going back as far as 1993. NO military coup has done any good for the Thai people or for foreigners. 1
digger70 Posted February 21 Posted February 21 9 hours ago, ExpatOilWorker said: Funny, I just met Thaksin the other day. So, What of it? 2
Thingamabob Posted February 21 Posted February 21 5 minutes ago, billd766 said: As odious as yet another military coup? AFAIR going back as far as 1993. NO military coup has done any good for the Thai people or for foreigners. The government under General Prem was the best I have experienced in Thailand in over 60 years.
MikeandDow Posted February 21 Posted February 21 9 minutes ago, Thingamabob said: The government under General Prem was the best I have experienced in Thailand in over 60 years. Tend to agree ! only problem at that time was the Communist insurgents in Thailand, Also he new what Thaskin was like, there was no love lost between them 1 1
Popular Post Purdey Posted February 21 Popular Post Posted February 21 It just shows that the military coup was a complete waste of time. No change at all. 1 2
Popular Post Hunz Kittisak Posted February 21 Popular Post Posted February 21 Thaksin is back and Thailand will only get better under his leadership. 1 1 3
Luuk Chaai Posted February 21 Posted February 21 1 hour ago, Hunz Kittisak said: Thaksin is back and Thailand will only get better under his leadership. poor diluted soul
MikeandDow Posted February 21 Posted February 21 1 hour ago, Hunz Kittisak said: Thaksin is back and Thailand will only get better under his leadership. Never Happen He is the Worst person for Thailand, he is a Convicted felon, corrupt person and has been acused of Crimes against Humanity and you think things will get better, Thaskin is only for himself, not for Thailand, you seemed to have your head in the sand !! 2
lordgrinz Posted February 21 Posted February 21 He's as big a fake as that mop of hair on his head. 1
BayArea Posted February 21 Posted February 21 So, it's finally official, Thaksin is running the show! it took several months and multiple articles to confirmed it. 🙄
BayArea Posted February 21 Posted February 21 9 hours ago, Purdey said: It just shows that the military coup was a complete waste of time. No change at all. all the coup did was put Thailand back 10 years. 2
NoshowJones Posted February 22 Posted February 22 18 hours ago, Thingamabob said: The government under General Prem was the best I have experienced in Thailand in over 60 years. Who is General Prem? If you mean the soldier (I forget his name) who led the 2014 illegal coup, then your post just nonsense. This "Premier" had an IQ probably similar to the Somchai in the street.
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