A lawyer revealed that Thaksin emphasized the Pheu Thai Party's decision to join the government depends on the party leadership's resolution. He sees himself as just an ordinary citizen. Regarding the vote recount, it should be conducted according to evidence and facts.
At Klong Prem Central Prison at 10:45 a.m. on 16 Feb 2026 GMT+7, Winyat Chatmontri, Thaksin Shinawatra's personal lawyer, representing the family, visited Thaksin.
After about 45 minutes, Winyat disclosed that today's discussion was about well-being and updates. They reported on case-related matters. Thaksin is aware of the national situation and agreed that it should proceed according to legal procedures. Regarding requests for a vote recount, they privately discussed it, and he said it should follow facts and evidence. He confirmed that all he mentioned was just a conversation between them as citizens. Thaksin continues to follow the news but has no comments; it was merely a discussion.
As for joining the government, that is a matter for the party because it has leadership who will hold meetings as usual. Any actions will depend on the party's meeting resolutions. Thaksin considers himself just an ordinary citizen.