Phumtham expresses faith in Paetongtarn's resilience, with no backup strategy in place.
In the midst of a significant constitutional court case, suspended Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra of Thailand is preparing to submit her closing statement on August 26, 2025. This development comes as the Court is currently considering a petition against her, with a verdict scheduled for August 29.
The case revolves around Paetongtarn's actions during a territorial dispute with Cambodia earlier in the year. In key meetings and government statements, she emphasized the importance of a peaceful resolution and the protection of sovereignty based on bilateral agreements. Paetongtarn has presented a detailed timeline to the Constitutional Court, explaining her decisions and cooperation with both military and foreign ministries.
Acting Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayakul has expressed confidence in Paetongtarn's actions, stating that she had not jeopardized national security in her conversation with Cambodian strongman Hun Sen. However, the exact level of government confidence in her case survival is not publicly known at this time.
Interestingly, the ruling Pheu Thai Party, of which Paetongtarn is a member, has no contingency plan for the constitutional court case. This suggests that they are confident in her sincerity and her ability to navigate the legal proceedings.
As the court deliberates, the future of Paetongtarn's political career remains uncertain. The upcoming verdict will provide clarity on this matter, but until then, the political landscape of Thailand continues to be shaped by this significant case.
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