Coup talk must stopAmid the intensifying political conflict, a group of self-proclaimed royalists have stepped up their calls for a coup. They also vowed to confront the anti-establishment movement, which has branded itself as the "People's Movement", in order to "protect the monarchy". The army chief -- who rose to power last month, replacing Gen Apirat Kongsompong -- immediately dismissed the possibility of a coup, saying that the chances were "below zero". Although the People's Movement has rejected the reconciliation panel, attempts must be made to bring them into the negotiations, albeit informally. Meanwhile, demonstrators need to refrain from using profanities in pushing their highly sensitive agenda, as it will only undermine their cause.

Source: Bangkok Post November 09, 2020 23:03 UTC