Thammanat denied rumors of flying to meet Thaksin in Monaco, affirming he went on vacation with his family and insisting he is not the secretive type.
On 29 July 2026, Major Thammanat Phromphao posted on his personal page clarifying the rumors about his overseas trip. He confirmed that he traveled to France and Monaco for a family vacation and that no political matters were involved.
Major Thammanat stated that he dislikes being secretive and saw no reason to travel overseas to meet Thaksin Shinawatra in Monaco. He emphasized there is no need to swear to anyone because simply checking Thaksin's travel records would show he did not go to Monaco as the rumors claimed.