In this photo released by the Thailand's Government Spokesman Office, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, left, shakes hands with Thailand's Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, right, in Bangkok, Thailand, Thursday, April 17, 2025. (Thailand's Government Spokesman Office via AP)

 

Malaysia's Prime Minister, Anwar Ibrahim, touches down in Bangkok for his second working visit since taking office in 2022.

 

While on the agenda is a talk with Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, eyes are fixed on his meeting with Thaksin Shinawatra, Paetongtarn's father and Anwar's informal advisor.

 

Anwar's arrival at the Government House was followed by a critical gathering at the Rosewood Bangkok Hotel with Thaksin.

 

The meeting, initially rumoured to include Myanmar's junta leader, Min Aung Hlaing, could steer pivotal regional discussions. However, no official confirmation of the trio's assembly has been made yet.

 

 

 

The official discourse between Anwar and Paetongtarn will reportedly delve into strengthening the Thai-Malaysian Annual Consultation framework. Both leaders are expected to forge further collaboration areas, aiming to bolster ties between their nations.

 

Furthering ASEAN's objectives this year, under Anwar's chairship, stands as a high priority for this diplomatic encounter.

 

Beyond bilateral matters, Anwar and Paetongtarn's talks touch on broader regional and international issues. With pressing topics on the table, their discussions could impact policy directions, influencing regional dynamics in Southeast Asia.

 

Collaborative efforts spanning economic zones, trade agreements, and security measures will likely steer their conversations.

 

In conclusion, Anwar Ibrahim's visit holds significant diplomatic weight. Key meetings, notably with regional influencer Thaksin, could redefine strategic facets between Malaysia and Thailand.

 

The outcomes of these discussions might set precedence for regional unity and collaborative agendas in ASEAN. These diplomatic manoeuvres underscore a hopeful prospect for more cohesive South-East Asian relations.

 

Based on a story by Thai PBS World

 

 

-- 2025-04-18

 

 

When are the powers t be going to tell Thaksin to butt out of politics

Anwar Ibrahim's Thailand Visit: High-Stakes Meeting with Thaksin

 

A picture of Mr. Ibrahim meeting with Thaksin.  Well, they do have that right! 

 

"I'll take you to see Daddy right away."

The puppet PM can shake hands, I'm impressed

1 hour ago, hotchilli said:

When are the powers t be going to tell Thaksin to butt out of politics

When Thaksin has NO Money.

13 hours ago, webfact said:

In this photo released by the Thailand's Government Spokesman Office, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, left, shakes hands with Thailand's Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, right, in Bangkok, Thailand, Thursday, April 17, 2025. (Thailand's Government Spokesman Office via AP)

 

Malaysia's Prime Minister, Anwar Ibrahim, touches down in Bangkok for his second working visit since taking office in 2022.

 

While on the agenda is a talk with Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, eyes are fixed on his meeting with Thaksin Shinawatra, Paetongtarn's father and Anwar's informal advisor.

 

Anwar's arrival at the Government House was followed by a critical gathering at the Rosewood Bangkok Hotel with Thaksin.

 

The meeting, initially rumoured to include Myanmar's junta leader, Min Aung Hlaing, could steer pivotal regional discussions. However, no official confirmation of the trio's assembly has been made yet.

 

 

 

 

The official discourse between Anwar and Paetongtarn will reportedly delve into strengthening the Thai-Malaysian Annual Consultation framework. Both leaders are expected to forge further collaboration areas, aiming to bolster ties between their nations.

 

Furthering ASEAN's objectives this year, under Anwar's chairship, stands as a high priority for this diplomatic encounter.

 

Beyond bilateral matters, Anwar and Paetongtarn's talks touch on broader regional and international issues. With pressing topics on the table, their discussions could impact policy directions, influencing regional dynamics in Southeast Asia.

 

Collaborative efforts spanning economic zones, trade agreements, and security measures will likely steer their conversations.

 

In conclusion, Anwar Ibrahim's visit holds significant diplomatic weight. Key meetings, notably with regional influencer Thaksin, could redefine strategic facets between Malaysia and Thailand.

 

The outcomes of these discussions might set precedence for regional unity and collaborative agendas in ASEAN. These diplomatic manoeuvres underscore a hopeful prospect for more cohesive South-East Asian relations.

 

Based on a story by Thai PBS World

 

 

-- 2025-04-18

 

 

I wonder what title was used for thaksin at this event?

“Welcome sir. Right this way. Dad is in room next to green lounge. Would you like tea or coffee?”

"While on the agenda is a talk with (nominal) Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, eyes are fixed on his meeting with (de facto PM) Thaksin Shinawatra"

Malaysia PM  Anwar is very smart and intelligent.  PM Anwar is probably the strongest leader among the ASEAN Countries. 

 

PM Anwar obviously sees Thaksin could be useful in helping on Myanmar issue,  or else PM Anwar would not have traveled to Bangkok 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

On 4/18/2025 at 6:25 AM, hotchilli said:

When are the powers t be going to tell Thaksin to butt out of politics

 

Good question, I'm still waiting....

On 4/18/2025 at 4:43 PM, scorecard said:

I wonder what title was used for thaksin at this event?

De facto PM maybe?

9 hours ago, kimamey said:

De facto PM maybe?

 

Do yu mean "Can I introduce our defacto PM.......

10 minutes ago, scorecard said:

 

Do yu mean "Can I introduce our defacto PM.......

If you're talking about Thaksin I would think that was entirely appropriate.