Bangkok: Paethongtarn Shinawatra posted a photo with her father, Thaksin Shinawatra, after a close family visit at Klong Prem Prison, revealing that her father is doing well. The prison allowed for extended family interactions, which Paethongtarn described as “like two hours of truly being together.” She expressed understanding of concerns for her father and conveyed her thoughts to everyone.
According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Paethongtarn Shinawatra visited Mr. Thaksin Shinawatra at Klong Prem Prison, where a family visitation day was organized. She shared a photo on Instagram featuring her brother Mr. Panthongtae Shinawatra, her sister Ms. Pinthongtha Shinawatra Kunakornwong, and Mr. Pitak Suksawat, her brother’s husband. The visit allowed the family to meet, hug, and share meals without the barrier of phone conversations through glass.
The caption accompanying the photo reflected on the nostalgic experience of walking hand in hand with her father through a small market set up by fellow prisoners. The market featured food and art made by the inmates, and Paethongtarn mentioned supporting several shops. She fondly recalled her father’s love for fresh markets, where he would choose ingredients for Sunday meals with the family. Paethongtarn reassured those concerned about her father’s well-being, stating that he is doing well and expressing gratitude for the love and concern shown by others.