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Thaksin 'opposes House dissolution and Yingluck's resignation'
The Nation


Thousands of people opposing the controversial amnesty bill gather at Democracy Monument yesterday.

BANGKOK: -- Despite the mounting pressure against his sister's embattled government, ex-prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra yesterday instructed the ruling Pheu Thai Party to cling on to power in the hope the opposition-led rally against the amnesty bill would die down soon, a Pheu Thai source said yesterday.

Thaksin, who is believed to be pulling strings behind the ruling party, disagreed with an idea for Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra to dissolve the House of Representatives, according to the source.

He believed the anti-amnesty protest, now centring around the Democracy Monument, would fizzle soon after "the funds run out" and the Senate rejects the government-backed amnesty bill. He wanted Pheu Thai MPs to help retain the government's status quo, the source said.

Ruling politicians presented a number of possible solutions to Thaksin, including House dissolution and the PM's resignation, but the ex-leader disagreed with those proposals, according to the source.

In a bid to further pressure the government, nine MPs from the opposition Democrat Party yesterday announced their plans to resign, at the protest site at the Democracy Monument.

Suthep Thaugsuban and eight other Democrat MPs would resign their seats to be able to turn their full attention to leading the protest against the government, a party source said. Among the MPs who would resign are Thavorn Senneam, Satit Wongnongtaey, Witthaya Kaewparadai, Issara Somchai, and Chumpol Jullasai.

The party source said Suthep decided during a party discussion yesterday to resign so he could lead the protest without worrying that his role would lead to legal action against the party and to its dissolution.

Initially, the party had resolved to allow Democrat MPs to resign of their own volition. However, with the party worried about the by-elections coming up in 45 days, it decided only a few could resign. Many more Democrat MPs would resign if the government remains adamant, the Democrat source said.

Stocks take a hit

The political situation negatively affected the stocks and the baht yesterday.

The baht fell to a 7-week low at 31.62 per US dollar, weakening by 0.70 from Friday's closing. The SET index closed at 1,405.91 points.

Traffic congestion in many areas of Bangkok worsened yesterday as anti-amnesty protesters gathered at four locations in inner city areas - Silom, Asoke, Ari and Saphan Kwai - before marching to Democracy Monument, where the main protest site was located.

Many business firms cancelled events scheduled for yesterday and later this week, citing severe traffic congestion in the city and the political situation. They included Charoen Pokphand Foods, Kasikorn Bank, and Seacon Group.

The Government Housing Bank announced the closure of its two branches near Ratchadamnoen Road from yesterday until tomorrow.

The Thai Chamber of Commerce planned an urgent press conference today about its concern over possible negative impacts on the country's economy from the ongoing political situation.

Meanwhile, the Council of University Presidents of Thailand yesterday offered to mediate in the conflict between the government and its opponents.

The council of rectors held a meeting at Chulalongkorn University and came up with a resolution to offer to mediate the conflicts between the two sides. The meeting was attended by the rectors of 26 universities. The council has 27 member universities.

Thammasat University rector Prof Somkid Lertpaitoon, who serves as the council's president, said the current political landscape was changing very fast and could lead to violence.


-- The Nation 2013-11-12

Thaksin 'opposes House dissolution and Yingluck's resignation'... What a shocker,

I didn't see that coming... what are we to do now?

Too Late Mister T

You wasted a very good and kind woman- your sister- for your own selfishness.

It's not all about you a...hole!

I pray that the real reds tear down your ugly pictures-

Welcome to the history of Revolutions-

You failed the first test of a true revolutionary:

"I am the leader - therefore I must follow'. (Lamarque)

And you didn't follow.

Well that's all well and interesting but what do Dennis Kozlowski, Bernie Madoff and other billionaire criminals that have nothing to do with Thai politics make of the situation?

Irrelevant and yet, completely unsurprising. If Thailand continues to let this man have a voice the country's a joke - and that includes anyone reporting this stuff too!!

Suicide is the sincerest form of self-criticism, and house dissolution would kill the amnesty bill stony-cold dead. But there's no need for that, we have Thaksin's word.

So the felon still pulls the strings of this battered and bruised party?

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PTP members ("ruling politicians") tell the Big Boss that his sister should resign ?

They also suggest calling an election ?

Things have certainly gone well-wrong, with his plans & orders, that it should come to this.

And the final-decision, whether either of these things should happen, lies with fugitive real-PM Thaksin, not with faux-PM Yingluck, which shows how much decision-making power she really has in this government.

Keep following orders, guys ! Purely in the interests of 'democracy' and 'helping the poor', of course.

It has to be illegal in some shape or form to have convicted criminal on the run to instruct ruling party.

Even exiled leaders do not dare to do as much

Yingluk apparently lacks the power to even resign the position.

I think now the theater starts!

Dems are going to crank up the pressure to oust this government and they better do it fast and furious. Amnesty bill has been put on the back burner for 180 days and ICJ have ruled (win-win) so does majority of the Thai people still want a new government? As of yesterday, the poll showed that the Dem might have a chance if the current government gets to be dissolved and new election be called. But now, with some events going PTP's way, will most of the anti-amnesty protesters go after the oust of this government?

PTP, on the other hand, do not want to go to election at this juncture due to their dwindling popularity. They want to keep a low profile to gather themselves to fight another day. They still have the grassroots voters in their pocket (obvious pun intended). So they feel, after this fervor dies down a bit, they will still be able to command the majority.

Now it's up to Suthep to see what kind of exit strategy that he can set for the PTP by drumming up now, anti-government instead of anti-amnesty feeling among the protesters. The longer that it drags on, the lower the chance that he will succeed, I think!

In short, even if Suthep succeeds, the whole vicious cycle will begin again with the Reds and the PTP waiting to ambush the Dem. I guess it's the worst political soap opera that I have ever witnessed! Elected by the people to work for the people is still a foreign concept that they dangle on their lips but not in their actions.

This is shaping up into a triple win.... Thaksin has way overplayed his hand, and at this point in time

has seemingly lost. His taking off of the velvet glove and showing the iron fist by barking out orders to PTP

is just becoming ludicrous at this point, and a national embarrassment.

Win # 1. Thailand is free of Thaksin forever when his puppet government falls

Win # 2. With Yingluck removed from " power", she will now be free to shop full time without criticism.

Win # 3. WIth no hope of Thaksin returning back here, Chalerm will have to behead himself according to

his promise. This could be the biggest win of all for Thailand !!!!

This is shaping up into a triple win....  Thaksin has way overplayed his hand, and at this point in time

has seemingly lost. His taking off of the velvet glove and showing the iron fist by barking out orders to PTP

is just becoming ludicrous at this point, and a national embarrassment.

Win # 1.  Thailand is free of Thaksin forever when his puppet government falls

Win # 2.  With Yingluck removed from " power", she will now be free to shop full time without criticism.

Win # 3.  WIth no hope of Thaksin returning back here, Chalerm will have to behead himself according to

                his promise. This could be the biggest win of all for Thailand !!!!

I drink to that.

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So is anyone curious about who is Deep throat here.................. Who is it that passes on what Thasin says (minutes) after he has said it to his "loyal" (?) Government members -& doesn't his party ever want to find out.

So is anyone curious about who is Deep throat here.................. Who is it that passes on what Thasin says (minutes) after he has said it to his "loyal" (?) Government members -& doesn't his party ever want to find out.

Linda Lovelace ! ..oh sorry ... It's SKYPE

English language lesson Number 1.

L O S E

Now go away, and if you would be so kind, take the trash with you.

English language lesson Number 1.

L O S E

Now go away, and if you would be so kind, take the trash with you.

Wow! Why so much passion and hatred for what's going on in Thai politics. We are foreigners in this country and we choose to be here. If you don't like it there are plenty of taxis to the airport and many flights departing. This does not effect us in any way. Foreigners should stay out of Thai politics period! It is none of our business, I am only concerned with the safety of me and my friends who live here. Keeping up to date on the latest news is something I am happy I can do through this web site as long as it is accurate. Thanks Thai Visa!

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why would he want to give up the power he gets from controlling the puppet.the puppet master wants to stay in control as long as possible.he knows he is losing if a new election happens

Wow! Why so much passion and hatred for what's going on in Thai politics. We are foreigners in this country and we choose to be here. If you don't like it there are plenty of taxis to the airport and many flights departing. This does not effect us in any way. Foreigners should stay out of Thai politics period! It is none of our business, I am only concerned with the safety of me and my friends who live here. Keeping up to date on the latest news is something I am happy I can do through this web site as long as it is accurate. Thanks Thai Visa!

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Would you refuse to intervene in a rape because you are not a policeman?

Many of us have families and businesses, and pay taxes, here, and it very much concerns us and our families futures. We are not free to leave on whim even though we will never be citizens because of xenophobic laws. But we can express our views and share out knowledge both here and with Thai friends and family in a hope of improvement.

This is starting to take on a real resemblance to 2010 in terms of participation and polarity of ideas. Hope cooler heads prevail as there can be no winners.

Fingers crossed.

Thaksin 'opposes House dissolution and Yingluck's resignation'... What a shocker,

I didn't see that coming... what are we to do now?

And who actually gives a 'tinker's cuss' what Thaksin supports or opposes? How can his followers, including fab4 and co., reasonably hang on to his every word when everything is crashing down around them...?!

It's been a very interesting and pleasing week in Thai politics, and it just seems to get better, but I simply wonder when this slug is going to crawl back under his rock and stay there for good...!!

Notable absence of comments from the usual crowd on their glorious leader...!

I hear some tank engines jump started and running idle

This is shaping up into a triple win.... Thaksin has way overplayed his hand, and at this point in time

has seemingly lost. His taking off of the velvet glove and showing the iron fist by barking out orders to PTP

is just becoming ludicrous at this point, and a national embarrassment.

Win # 1. Thailand is free of Thaksin forever when his puppet government falls

Win # 2. With Yingluck removed from " power", she will now be free to shop full time without criticism.

Win # 3. WIth no hope of Thaksin returning back here, Chalerm will have to behead himself according to

his promise. This could be the biggest win of all for Thailand !!!!

The problem is: Thaksin says the word "lose" is not in his vocabulary. I believe he will do everything in his power to destroy Thailand if he can not have his way.

Too Late Mister T

You wasted a very good and kind woman- your sister- for your own selfishness.

It's not all about you a...hole!

I pray that the real reds tear down your ugly pictures-

Welcome to the history of Revolutions-

You failed the first test of a true revolutionary:

"I am the leader - therefore I must follow'. (Lamarque)

And you didn't follow.

You wasted a very good and kind woman- your sister. Can you explain how you might have arrived at that idea or opinion.

'good and kind' that's an oxymoron. A Shinawatra (any Shinawatra) cannot be so described.

English language lesson Number 1.

L O S E

Now go away, and if you would be so kind, take the trash with you.

Wow! Why so much passion and hatred for what's going on in Thai politics. We are foreigners in this country and we choose to be here. If you don't like it there are plenty of taxis to the airport and many flights departing. This does not effect us in any way. Foreigners should stay out of Thai politics period! It is none of our business, I am only concerned with the safety of me and my friends who live here. Keeping up to date on the latest news is something I am happy I can do through this web site as long as it is accurate. Thanks Thai Visa!

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I totally agree with your comment.....except it does and can effect us that live here. Our Thai families, business's and friends. No matter what side of the fence my Thai family sits on this issue it has had an effect on me personally because I love and care for them. This issue has split families and friends, which in the course of time has a impact on everything else.

English language lesson Number 1.

L O S E

Now go away, and if you would be so kind, take the trash with you.

Wow! Why so much passion and hatred for what's going on in Thai politics. We are foreigners in this country and we choose to be here. If you don't like it there are plenty of taxis to the airport and many flights departing. This does not effect us in any way. Foreigners should stay out of Thai politics period! It is none of our business, I am only concerned with the safety of me and my friends who live here. Keeping up to date on the latest news is something I am happy I can do through this web site as long as it is accurate. Thanks Thai Visa!

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Your comments are extremely childish. If you dont like it "go home" comment really sucks big time... I thought crap like that was left to knuckleheads and children

Some of us live here with our families and even though Thailand classes us with less rights than a Soi Dog, does not mean we dont have opinions and if we want to express them, who the hell are you to tell us be grateful for the privilege of living here.

My family is Thai and this shutup and go with the flow mentality gets you nowhere, so its some farangs with balls that can discuss opinions that can make others look at things differently and perhaps make a more informed decision.

This bullsh_t of going to Thaksin all the time for directions, really shows the level of ineptitude of the ruling party members....they are totally unable to think rationally for themselves...let alone for the country.

Ricefield politics on show!

English language lesson Number 1.

L O S E

Now go away, and if you would be so kind, take the trash with you.

Wow! Why so much passion and hatred for what's going on in Thai politics. We are foreigners in this country and we choose to be here. If you don't like it there are plenty of taxis to the airport and many flights departing. This does not effect us in any way. Foreigners should stay out of Thai politics period! It is none of our business, I am only concerned with the safety of me and my friends who live here. Keeping up to date on the latest news is something I am happy I can do through this web site as long as it is accurate. Thanks Thai Visa!

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So,whose holding a gun and making anyone read what these the infidels have to say?

English language lesson Number 1.

 

 

L O S E

 

 

 

 

Now go away, and if you would be so kind, take the trash with you.

And lock the door on your way out, and Khun Thaksin once and for all, get lost.

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"Thaksin, who is believed to be pulling strings behind the ruling party...."

Wow, big news today

I thought he even said as much yesterday that he was caddying his sister.