AI In-brief 13 Sept 11:42

Patcharawat Wongsuwan: The link for Prawit and Thaksin to forge a new govt?

Patcharawat Wongsuwan, brother of Palang Pracharath leader Gen. Prawit, was appointed chief adviser, signaling a strategic move to facilitate a coalition with Pheu Thai.
This appointment is widely seen as paving the way for Palang Pracharath to join a Pheu Thai-led government, with Patcharawat potentially taking a key ministerial and deputy premier role while Prawit steps back.
Patcharawat's strong personal ties with former PM Thaksin Shinawatra, stemming from their time at the Royal Police Cadet Academy, position him as a potential secret backchannel for communication between Thaksin and Prawit, crucial for forging the new alliance.
His past as national police chief during a tumultuous political period (2008-2009) involved a controversial dismissal for malfeasance during a violent protest crackdown, though he was later reinstated.

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