Protest Leader Demands Government Cut Fuel Price to 10 Baht
Protest leader Kamnan Mano is staging a rally at Baan Phra Athit in Bangkok demanding the government immediately reduce fuel prices to 10 baht per liter. The demonstration has drawn several opposition politicians and activists, with organizers warning they will escalate action if the administration does not comply. Mano rejected talks unless the government commits to the price cut upfront.
Kamnan Mano is anchoring a protest at Baan Phra Athit, bringing in high-profile critics to pressure the government to slash fuel prices to 10 baht per liter — "then there's no need to talk." If the administration fails to act, organizers threaten to escalate the rally soon. On November 9, Mano Khamkaew, leader of the People's Revolution to Protect the Nation group, said the demonstration is proceeding smoothly. A stage is being set for evening speeches by like-minded figures including Pol. Gen. Seripisut Temiyavet of the Seri Ruam Thai Party, Dr. Warong Dechgitvikrom of the Thai Phakdee Party, lawyer Phattharapong Suphakson (known as Lawyer An Buriram), and the Thai Prachachon Party leader. Mano said the protest has been coordinated with police to remain lawful, and security will be handled by veterans experienced in rally safety, with special caution against third-party provocateurs. Asked how long the protest will last, Mano said it depends on the government, which has not yet made contact. Regarding submitting demands to Tuesday's Cabinet meeting, Mano said if more allies join they will compile a list, but the core demand remains an immediate 10-baht fuel price cut; if unmet, they will escalate quickly. On the Prime Minister's offer to talk, Mano said he will only negotiate if the government confirms it is ready to cut the price to 10 baht immediately — otherwise, "no need to come talk."
