Denies speculations surrounding potential cabinet restructuring
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In a bold statement earlier today, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra squashed rumors about an impending cabinet reshuffle, asserting that the current government is strong and stable, with no changes on the horizon.
Fielding questions on the potential shake-up among whispers of coalition tensions and calls for economic portfolio adjustments, the prime minister reiterated her lack of plans for a reshuffle.
"The status quo remains, and I'm open to all viewpoints," she declared. "Everything, including my own position as prime minister, is transient. We should all stay calm."
Ms. Paetongtarn was unequivocal when confronted with queries about booting out the Bhumjaithai Party from the coalition and replacing them with the Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP).
She unequivocally confirmed that there would be no reshuffle at this juncture, even if a poll suggested the commerce minister and the agriculture and cooperatives minister would be axed.
The leader of the ruling party acknowledged their partnership with pro-military parties, despite their pledge not to align with them.
She noted that Pheu Thai did not secure the majority needed and hinted that the question was raised somewhat late in the game, given that their partnership has been in place for nearly two years now.
The prime minister expressed satisfaction with coalition unity and commended each partner for their efforts to implement government policies and deliver results, despite the challenges they have faced.
Ms. Paetongtarn was also quick to refute speculation about conflicts with her father, former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra, over certain issues, assuring everyone that they would never be at odds.
Deputy Prime Minister and Defence Minister Phumtham Wechayachai echoed the prime minister's sentiments, stating that there was no indication of an upcoming reshuffle, emphasizing the PM's sole authority on the matter.
He conceded that there were differences in views between Pheu Thai and Bhumjaithai, but maintained that these disagreements could be ironed out. When asked about the alliance's future, he reaffirmed their commitment to the principles they agreed upon when forming the coalition, assuring continued government stability.
Klatham Party leader Narumon Pinyosinwat, who occupies the agriculture and cooperatives minister post, mirrored the deputy PM's sentiments, dismissing talk about a reshuffle as speculative rather than official.
She highlighted the party's contentment with their cabinet share and assured that their quota would remain unchanged in the event of a reshuffle. She also categorically denied allegations that Klatham was lobbying for the interior minister post, currently held by the Bhumjaithai Party.
PPRP secretary-general Paiboon Nititawan refuted rumors about returning to the coalition, making the reshuffle debate even more intriguing.
While official statements rule out a cabinet reshuffle, whispers and conflicting reports suggest otherwise. Watch this space for further developments in the Thai political landscape.
- Despite speculation about a cabinet reshuffle, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra asserted that the current government is strong and stable, with no changes on the horizon.
- Ms. Paetongtarn unequivocally confirmed that there would be no reshuffle at present, even if polls suggested the axing of certain ministers.
- The leader of the ruling Pheu Thai party acknowledged their partnership with pro-military parties and hinted that the question of a coalition change was raised somewhat late in the game.
- PPRP secretary-general Paiboon Nititawan refuted rumors about returning to the coalition, adding an element of uncertainty to the ongoing policy-and-legislation and general-news discussions about the coalition's future.
