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Protesters gathered at Bangkok's Victory Monument on Sunday, under the banner of the "United Power of the Land to Protect Sovereignty" group. They voiced strong opposition to the Pheu Thai Party and its potential involvement in forming Thailand's next government.

 

The demonstration spotlighted six key demands for the incoming government, including a firm stance that the prime minister should not be selected from the Pheu Thai Party ranks. Pichit Chaimongkol, leader of the Network of Students and People for Reform of Thailand, articulated the group's resistance, stating their opposition to what he called the "Thaksin regime and network."

 

Despite Paetongtarn Shinawatra's removal from office by the Constitutional Court, Pichit emphasised that Thaksin Shinawatra's political influence persists. The group also rejects Chaikasem Nitisiri, Pheu Thai's remaining candidate for prime minister, due to concerns over continued political influence.

 

Pheu Thai has reportedly agreed to terms set by the People's Party (PP) in exchange for its support in governmental discussions. One significant condition includes dissolving the House within four months, a move meant to shake up the political landscape.

 

However, Pichit expressed scepticism, arguing that an early dissolution wouldn't necessarily resolve existing issues. He suggested that a coalition between Pheu Thai and the PP could still emerge after a snap election, thwarting public demands in favour of political manoeuvring.

 

Pichit criticised political parties for neglecting public interests, focusing instead on consolidating power to form a government. The demonstrators insist that the next government uphold the monarchy, annul the controversial 2000 and 2001 memorandums regarding the Thai-Cambodian border, refrain from expanding foreign ownership rights, maintain the casino ban, and abandon the financial hub bill.

 

The gathering at Victory Monument reflects ongoing tensions within Thailand's political landscape, highlighting the public's demand for accountability and transparency. As the political scenario remains fluid, all eyes are on future negotiations and their implications for Thailand's governance.

 

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from Bangkok Post 2025-09-01

 

They get paid to vote and to turn up like this

50 minutes ago, proton said:

They get paid to vote and to turn up like this

 

Like the anti-migrant protestors in the UK?

Just now, brewsterbudgen said:

 

Like the anti-migrant protestors in the UK?

 

No the complete opposite