Thai Court Dismisses Petition Against Thaksin Shinawatra

Thailand's Constitutional Court has rejected a petition aimed at preventing former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra from influencing the ruling Pheu Thai party, a decision viewed as a significant relief for his daughter, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, who has been in office for less than three months. The court found no grounds to proceed with the complaint lodged by an activist lawyer. Thaksin, who returned to Thailand in 2023 after 15 years of exile, has consistently denied any direct control over the party's operations despite ongoing speculation about his involvement. This ruling allows Thaksin to maintain his influence in a politically evolving landscape without legal hindrance. Observers note that this decision could impact the stability of the current government.