Democrat Party chief advisoer Chuan Leekpai (left) talks to present and former leader Abhist Vejjajiva and Banyat Bantadthan at the party head office on July 10, 2018. (Photo by Pawat Laopaisarntaksin)Democrat chief adviser Chuan Leekpai reiterated on Thursday he will not vie for the party leadership in the run-up to the general election. Mr Chuan strongly rejected any possibility of him returning as Democrat leader and gave reassurances that he would support whoever was selected as party leader. Mr Suthep said political reform is his goal and it is time to create a political party that truly serves the people. They must take matters into their own hands and politicians are there to serve them," Mr Suthep added.

Source: Bangkok Post September 14, 2018 00:45 UTC