We have been able to take a bit of a breather this past week at The Coffee Parliament after Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra’s suspension, because Thai politics has now entered what I think of as a period of calm before the storm.
Until we know the fate of Thaksin regarding the various investigations he faces, it is impossible to predict Thailand's future politically.
He's been the dominating force in Thai politics for over 25 years and his thirst for power and influence is insatiable.
Even during the long years of exile he couldn't stop influencing Thai politics.
If he survives his legal challenges, I can see him approving Prayud as PM, his conservative coalition partners would surely approve.
Until we know the fate of Thaksin regarding the various investigations he faces, it is impossible to predict Thailand's future politically.
He's been the dominating force in Thai politics for over 25 years and his thirst for power and influence is insatiable.
Even during the long years of exile he couldn't stop influencing Thai politics.
If he survives his legal challenges, I can see him approving Prayud as PM, his conservative coalition partners would surely approve.