Speculation of an imminent cabinet reshuffle has gained momentum following the resignation of Labour Minister Sirichai Distakul on Wednesday, and Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha admitted he was considering the matter. Former Pheu Thai MP Amnuay Klangpha said if a cabinet reshuffle was on the cards, Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha should bring in professionals to handle the economy. Former Democrat Party MP Sathit Pitudecha agreed that having fewer top brass in the cabinet will help improve the government's public image. Tida Tawornseth, a leading figure of the red-shirt United Front for Democracy against Dictatorship, said a cabinet reshuffle indicates that the government has no intention of releasing its grip on power. "It also signals that he [Gen Prayut] will not lift the ban on political activities anytime soon," Ms Tida said.

Source: Bangkok Post November 04, 2017 00:33 UTC