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High level shakeup in Phuket. Governor and deputies transferred out after a complex power struggle
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Key facts
- Phuket’s governor is out and two deputy governors have been moved as PM Anutin Charnvirakul launches a dramatic shake-up amid beach land scandals, alleged mafia-style intimidation, political influence claims and bitter infighting at the
- Anutin defends Phuket reshuffle as ministers move quickly to end disputes and restore the rule of law
- Prime Minister cites growing conflict and unresolved complaints as reasons for sweeping changes
- Bang Tao inspection intensified scrutiny of alleged intimidation and disputed beachfront land
- Dispute involving the deputy governor known as ‘Seafood’ drew attention inside Government House
- Interior Ministry says transfers were needed to reduce tensions and improve effective administration
Summary
### Phuket’s governor is out and two deputy governors have been moved as PM Anutin Charnvirakul launches a dramatic shake-up amid beach land scandals, alleged mafia-style intimidation, political influence claims and bitter infighting at the heart of the island’s administration.
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul has dramatically shaken up Phuket’s administration, removing the governor and transferring two deputy governors amid escalating allegations of internal conflict, influential networks, disputed beachfront land, intimidation and claims of political protection.
Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul on Tuesday defended the sudden reshuffle of Phuket’s administration, saying the move was necessary to restore effective government and resolve escalating disputes on the island.