Former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra reaches out to local supporters in Thailand and members of the Pheu Thai Party via a video conference in 2021. Thaksin's return from self-imposed exile is scheduled for Tuesday, the same day parliament will meet to select the country's 30th prime minister. "Pheu Thai couldn't dominate the elections, so his return may not make much difference." "Thaksin's return is rather good than bad [for Pheu Thai's coalition] because partners want to directly talk to the showrunner," he said. Acting justice minister Wissanu Krea-ngam said the ministry has yet to be officially informed of Thaksin's return plan, but preparations have been made.

Source: Bangkok Post August 20, 2023 12:30 UTC