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Anutin welcomes Thaksin Shinawatra release, says he still respects former PM
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BANGKOK — Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul on Saturday welcomed the upcoming release of former premier Thaksin Shinawatra, saying he still respects Thaksin after working under him for more than two decades.
Key facts
- Speaking to reporters on 9 May, Anutin said he wished to congratulate Thaksin and his family ahead of the former prime minister’s expected release from detention on 11 May.
- I used to work under him for more than 20 years
- We have a close relationship, like family,”
- When asked whether he planned to seek advice from Thaksin on issues the former premier was known to have expertise in, Anutin said there was no restriction against meeting him.
Summary
Speaking to reporters on 9 May, Anutin said he wished to congratulate Thaksin and his family ahead of the former prime minister’s expected release from detention on 11 May.
“I still respect him. I used to work under him for more than 20 years. We have a close relationship, like family,” Anutin said.