The party plans to nominate Prayut as its PM candidate and certain government figures are expected to join it. Another question has emerged as to whether the former Army chief should step down as NCPO leader. His continued tenure could be seen as being more advantageous versus other competitors, as the junta leader has unrestricted power over all branches of government. Korkaew Pikulthong, a Pheu Thai Party politician and key red-shirt leader, yesterday called on Prayut to come to power through election the next time. “That way is dignified,” he said, obviously referring to the fact that Prayut took power through a military coup.

Source: The Nation Bangkok September 24, 2018 18:00 UTC