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Thaksin to play no role in Pheu Thai

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Former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra greets supporters after being released on parole from Klong Prem Central Prison May 11. On June 3, he was was among the recipients of a royal pardon announced in celebration of Her Majesty the Queen's birthday. (Photo: Pattarapong Chatpattarasill)

Pheu Thai Party leader Julapun Amornvivat has insisted former prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra will not be involved in the party's affairs following the issuance of a royal pardon.

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Mr Julapun was responding to questions about whether party members would seek a meeting with Thaksin after he was granted a royal pardon in celebration of Her Majesty the Queen's birthday.

"There is no discussion on the matter within the party," Mr Julapun said. "As for whether he will become involved with the party again, the answer is no."

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