Anutin revealed his intention to thank the PRPL protest group led by Kamnan Mano for cooperating in the smooth welcome ceremony for the Chinese Prime Minister. He confirmed readiness to listen to their demands and stressed their shared goal to reduce oil prices as much as possible.
14 Nov 2026 15:49 GMT+7 Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Anutin Charnvirakul gave an interview at Air Force Base 6 after meeting last night (13 Nov) with leaders of the People's Revolution to Protect the Land (PRPL) protest group. He said he actually wanted to thank the protesters because yesterday the Chinese Prime Minister visited the Government House, where a welcome ceremony was held. Police coordinated with the protesters to request cooperation in keeping quiet, and the protesters cooperated very well, making the Chinese Prime Minister’s welcome smooth.
The Prime Minister further stated that after the welcome banquet for the Chinese Premier ended, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Commerce Supachai Sutthapan told him it would be good to thank the protesters, which was already his intention. When there were more protesters, he felt even more certain, so he went out to thank them sincerely and praised that at least everyone still thought of the country's benefit.
Anutin continued that he confirmed his readiness to listen to the protesters’ suggestions to find joint solutions and believed that since it was their first meeting, there was no need to prolong the time or add issues. When they met, a friendly atmosphere developed. He never interfered with their ideology or told protesters what to do. He views them as fellow citizens who share goodwill for the country. The government tries to facilitate them as much as possible.
Asked how he viewed the protesters’ attitude, the Prime Minister said reporters should judge for themselves, but it seemed like an atmosphere where all parties want peace and progress in the country. Moreover, Mano Khrueakaew, or Kamnan Mano, the protest leader, told him to look into oil prices, living costs, corruption, and drug problems, which aligns with Anutin’s own desire to lower oil prices as much as possible. Regarding corruption and drugs, Anutin said they share common enemies, and the government must find ways to suppress and eliminate these foes. Cooperation would be beneficial.
The Prime Minister also said he did not ask how long the protesters would camp out. Everything is according to rights, and if there are requests, they should be made known. The government, Royal Thai Police, Metropolitan Police Commissioner, and Ministry of Interior have been instructed to provide facilities so protesters are not inconvenienced, especially restrooms, and to listen to protesters about anything that would make their stay comfortable and arrange accordingly.
However, when asked if there would be another opportunity to talk with the protest group, the Prime Minister replied, “I might go to look at amulets.”