Originally Posted by BinSabai

the current transport minister is NOT from one of the coalition partners, but from Phuea Thai itself. He is one of the typical opportunistic Thai politician, who changes sides often and supports any party leader, who serves his own interests best... he is actually the uncle of the muted party leader of the large opposition party, who claim to be the only democratic party in Thailand and who won the largest share of votes, but was sidelined...
the Transport Ministry in Thailand is traditionally a ministry to reward important, influential and seasoned politiicians....guess why!