Taksin Shinawatra

Thaksin Shinawatra is a Thai businessman and politician who served as Thailand's Prime Minister from 2001 until 2006. He is known for implementing policies aimed at reducing rural poverty and promoting economic growth, often through populist measures like healthcare and village development programs. His leadership was also marked by efforts to modernize the country’s economy. However, his tenure was controversial, facing accusations of corruption and authoritarian tendencies. In 2006, he was ousted in a military coup. Despite being exiled, Thaksin maintains political influence in Thailand through his supporters and affiliated parties.