Thawee Denies Cabinet Reshuffle Rumors, Affirms Prime Minister’s Authority

Bangkok: "Thawee" said that adjusting the cabinet is the Prime Minister's power. "Thawee" confirms there is no talk of cabinet reshuffle, points out that it is the Prime Minister's authority, says there is no progress, "Yingluck" coordinates to return to Thailand this April. Pol. Col. Thawee Sodsong, Minister of Justice, spoke about the news of a cabinet reshuffle, transferring himself to oversee the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security, saying that normally the Prime Minister has the power to reshuffle the cabinet directly. He only learned about this news from the media. In the past, there has never been any talk about a cabinet reshuffle, and no one has said anything.

According to Thai News Agency, regarding the progress of Ms. Yingluck Shinawatra's return to Thailand, former Prime Minister Pol. Col. Thawee said that there is currently no progress and he does not know whether she will return to Thailand in April or not. He also said that there has been no coordination whatsoever.