Manoporn Sees End to Political Conflict Over Thaksin Shinawatra; Anusorn Raises Symbol of Democracy Fighter
Pheu Thai Party deputy leader Manoporn Jaroensri said political conflict over former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra should end following his sentence suspension on May 11, citing his advanced age and completed sentence. Party executives
On May 10, 2025, Manoporn Jaroensri, deputy leader of Pheu Thai Party, addressed plans for the suspension of former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra's sentence scheduled for May 11. While acknowledging that Thaksin is the spiritual leader of Pheu Thai and a former premier who greatly benefited the nation, the party decided against formally organizing a reception due to members' conflicting schedules. Instead, party members will individually attend if they are able. Manoporn emphasized that regardless of whether Thaksin was imprisoned or free, he consistently harbored goodwill toward the country, though he was viewed as a political rival. Given Thaksin's advanced age and having fully served his sentence, Manoporn believes the political conflict surrounding him should end, and she wishes him good health and time with his family.
Anusorn Eamsaad, Pheu Thai executive committee member, described Thaksin as a significant figure who courageously stood on democracy's path for a long time, symbolizing freedom, hope, and the people's faith. Over two decades of Thai society facing continuous political turmoil while the world experienced geopolitical and economic upheaval, Anusorn stressed that Thais should embrace unity to move the nation toward stability and international dignity. He described Thaksin as embodying democracy's spirit and pledged to greet him on May 11 alongside red-shirt supporters and democracy advocates.
Regarding Thaksin's future political role, Anusorn noted it remains a personal choice, but emphasized that during his tenure as Prime Minister, Thaksin left a lasting legacy of strategic vision and public policies that tangibly improved people's lives across regions. Anusorn highlighted how Thaksin's policies transformed government work from distant rhetoric into genuine opportunities that elevated living standards, created dignity, and instilled hope—representing living democracy that ordinary people could truly experience.
