Bangkok: Mr. Chusak Sirinil, Minister to the Prime Minister's Office, has called on protesters to reflect on the lessons of past coups, emphasizing that there are currently no conditions that could incite such events. He directly countered statements made by Mr. Paiboon Nititawan of the Palang Pracharath Party, who suggested that the government would not last its full term. According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Chusak, who has previously served as Minister to the Prime Minister's Office during the governments of Mr. Samak Sundaravej and Mr. Somchai Wongsawat, addressed concerns about potential protests following Mr. Sonthi Limthongkul's announcement to take to the streets. He stressed the importance of learning from past experiences, noting that Thailand's political instability has historically hindered the country's progress compared to other nations. Mr. Chusak dismissed the possibility of current conditions sparking protests similar to those in the past. He explained that MOU 44 has been in place since 2001 , and it does not involve any territorial concessions but is a matter for negotiation, which has not yet begun. Any agreements reached will require parliamentary approval. He reiterated his desire for Thailand to move forward and avoid repeating past cycles of political unrest. "I don't want the country to go back to the old cycle," he stated. Addressing comments from Mr. Paiboon Nititawan regarding the government's tenure, Mr. Chusak characterized these remarks as typical political discourse. He argued that opposition figures would naturally predict a shorter government lifespan, while the government would focus on maintaining its full term. When questioned about potential obstacles preventing the government from completing its term, Mr. Chusak expressed confidence, indicating no significant concerns or threats to the government's stability. He also showed no worry about a petition at the Election Commission to dissolve the Pheu Thai Party.
