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Politics Anutin Refutes Cabinet Shake-up Rumours, Stays as Interior Minister
Anutin Charnvirakul. Picture courtesy of Thai Rath Amid swirling rumours of a cabinet reshuffle, Anutin Charnvirakul has confirmed he will maintain his role as Thailand's Interior Minister. Anutin, also a Deputy Prime Minister and leader of the Bhumjaithai Party, asserts that no talks have occurred about his replacement, dismissing speculation following lobbying from other political factions. There have been whispers of Anutin's position being handed over to a Pheu Thai member after former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra implied the interior ministry's efforts require reassessment. Many interpreted Thaksin's remarks as indicating potential change. Nonetheless, Anutin stands firm, insisting his party's ministers are performing efficiently, and does not anticipate any alterations amid the coalition arrangement established when the former PM Srettha Thavisin took office. Clarifying further, Anutin underscored the stability of his alliance with the current Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, saying, "Bhumjaithai did not seek to join the government; Pheu Thai invited us. Our collaboration with two prime ministers has been harmonious." Rebuffing a proposed trade of his position for another cabinet role, he affirmed this arrangement remains intact and crucial to Bhumjaithai. In response to budding reports of a potential meeting involving United Thai Nation (UTN) party members to discuss reshuffling cabinet positions, Anutin categorically denied such claims. He acknowledged meeting UTN leaders Pirapan Salirathavibhaga and Akanat Promphan on 1st June, but clarified that it was to deliberate on energy production challenges, with no ulterior talks about reshuffling cabinets. With Mr Pirapan serving as Energy Minister and Mr Akanat as Industry Minister, Anutin underscored that no renegotiation of agreements has been discussed since July 2023. "We have settled on a deal and anticipate steady governance until our terms are complete in the next two years," he confidently noted. Anutin’s assertions underline a commitment to consistency and continuity within the government coalition, aiming to dispel any brewing uncertainty over Thai political leadership. Adapted by ASEAN Now from Bangkok Post 2025-06-09 -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Monday 9 June 2025
Thaksin Shinawatra's Perceived Privilege Rocks Thai Government Thaksin Shinawatra //File photo Public support is waning over Thaksin Shinawatra’s prison bypass, rocking the government's foundation, reveals a new poll. The alleged favouritism shown to former PM Thaksin starkly questions the government's longevity, according to fresh data from the National Institute of Development Administration. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1363058-thaksin-shinawatras-perceived-privilege-rocks-thai-government/ -
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Politics Thaksin Shinawatra's Perceived Privilege Rocks Thai Government
Thaksin Shinawatra //File photo Public support is waning over Thaksin Shinawatra’s prison bypass, rocking the government's foundation, reveals a new poll. The alleged favouritism shown to former PM Thaksin starkly questions the government's longevity, according to fresh data from the National Institute of Development Administration. Surveying 1,310 individuals across multiple demographics, the poll captures brewing public sentiment between 3-5 June. Of those polled, a compelling 29.62% foresee Thaksin's case heavily undermining governmental stability. A close 29.31% anticipate some impact, while 24.58% predict no fallout. Notably, 15.73% see a minor ripple, and a tiny fraction of 0.76% remain indifferent or unopinionated on the matter. This drama ensues as Thaksin reappeared in Thailand in August 2023 after 15 years in exile, instantly seeing his eight-year prison term reduced to a mere year, courtesy of royal clemency. Nevertheless, Thaksin’s penitentiary stint was swiftly cut short; he instead enjoyed the comforts of a VIP hospital room, justified by age and health claims, before gaining parole by February 2024. Tensions rise further with the Supreme Court’s Criminal Division demanding an inquiry on 30 April into the correctness of Thaksin's jail term management. This pivotal hearing is set for 13 June, anticipated to shed light on these murky waters. Besides shaking political trust, the saga extends its doubting hand towards the medical field. The Medical Council of Thailand brought disciplinary measures against three practitioners involved in Thaksin's care, with two seeing licence suspensions for their subpar professional conduct. Echoing these concerns, the poll shows 38.40% of respondents losing faith in the medical practice. Conversely, 30.84% still hold trust in the medical community, whereas 15.95% have completely lost faith, leaving 14.20% with unwavering confidence and a minuscule 0.61% opting out of response. This unfolding debacle casts a shadow on both political integrity and public confidence in healthcare standards in Thailand, drawing the gaze of an attentive and increasingly disillusioned populace. Adapted by ASEAN Now from The Nation 2025-06-09
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