Politics Thaksin's Influence Persists Despite Jail Sentence

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Thaksin Shinawatra's political influence in Thailand is expected to persist despite his one-year jail sentence, according to Rangsit University’s College of Social Innovation dean, Suriyasai Katasila. Thaksin, founder of the Pheu Thai party, returned to jail after a stint in a police hospital. His political principles, known as "Thaksinism," are believed to maintain influence even after his potential early release.

 

The Supreme Court's order to return Thaksin to jail follows his evasion of imprisonment upon returning from self-exile. This marks a significant moment for Thai politics as his absence may lead to a decline in Pheu Thai's popularity. Many members may shift allegiances, driven partly by last June's leaked conversation between Thaksin's daughter, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, and Cambodian leader Hun Sen.

 

Suriyasai predicts that Thaksin anticipates a political comeback after serving his term, potentially shortened due to age and good behavior. As Thailand looks to future elections, Thaksin is expected to leverage his resources and influence to maintain political power for his party. Financial resources remain crucial in Thai politics, with money being a key element in securing votes.

 

Thaksin's goals include facilitating the return of his sister, Yingluck Shinawatra, from self-exile and navigating his daughter's legal troubles, post her dismissal as prime minister. Former National Security Council secretary-general Paradorn Patanathabut emphasizes that Thaksin's influence is unlikely to wane, as he remains entrenched in the political landscape.

 

Key Takeaways

• Thaksin Shinawatra is likely to retain political influence despite imprisonment.
• Thaksin's party, Pheu Thai, may face challenges with declining popularity.
• Financial influence remains a significant factor in Thai politics.

 

Related Stories:

Why the Court Ordered Thaksin Back to Prison

Thaksin Faces Stark Reality in Thai Maximum Security Jail

 

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from Thai Newsroom 2025-09-11

 

 

[MikeandDow]

there are more charges brewing, people have long memory's the   Pheu Thai   have made too many broken promises 

[motdaeng]

pretending to be terminally ill to fool 80 million thais ... i wouldn’t believe a single word from this con man anymore …

 

but teflon toni still pretends to be the hero and savior of the poor / country … in reality, he is nothing more than a ruthless,

selfish, arrogant, and deceitful liar who has caused a lot of harm to the country ...

 

[MikeandDow]

13 minutes ago, motdaeng said:

pretending to be terminally ill to fool 80 million thais ... i wouldn’t believe a single word from this con man anymore …

 

but teflon toni still pretends to be the hero and savior of the poor / country … in reality, he is nothing more than a ruthless,

selfish, arrogant, and deceitful liar who has caused a lot of harm to the country ...

 

Agree 100%     and i think more and more people are waking up to whats going on   there is 1 thing i can not understand the 

Pheu Thai  are keeping her for leader  they must have a  narcissist view     people will not vote for her 

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