The curtain looks to be coming down on the once-mighty bloc ruled by the Three Por generals -- former prime minister Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha, former deputy prime minister Gen Prawit Wongsuwon and former interior minister Gen Anupong Paojinda. However, after the former prime minister was named a privy councillor, his nomination is believed to have been invalidated to preserve his political neutrality. Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, meanwhile, will handle administrative duties and day-to-day routine work, including chairing cabinet meetings and representing the government at international forums. Without a support base in the party, this role seems well-suited to his skills and background, according to the analyst. He said the so-called double-PM phenomenon is a challenge to independent public agencies, particularly the Election Commission (EC), which is responsible for upholding political party law and ensuring fair and transparent political processes.

Source: Bangkok Post February 24, 2024 12:34 UTC