Pro-Pheu Thai opposition to assemble at Victory Monument

In the political landscape of Thailand, the week ahead promises significant developments as key parties prepare for crucial decisions.

On Monday, the lawmakers of the People's Party will convene to discuss their strategy moving forward. Meanwhile, the Pheu Thai and Bhumjaithai parties are actively competing to form a coalition, with both parties claiming to have the majority support of Members of Parliament.

The Constitutional Court's decision on Friday to oust Paetongtarn Shinawatra from the premiership over a leaked phone call with Hun Sen has left a power vacuum in the Pheu Thai Party. Jatuporn Prompan, a group leader, stated that this is not a victory for their group, but a change of face.

However, the Bhumjaithai leader, Anutin Charnvirakul, claimed on Friday night that he already has the backing of a majority of MPs. Pheu Thai, however, disputes this claim.

The People's Party, the largest in parliament, is being courted by each party. The group has emphasised that these demands are not intended to benefit any political group specifically. They are prepared to consider all proposals if their conditions are met. The People's Party has also made it clear that they will remain in the opposition, even if they back a candidate for prime minister.

In a separate development, the United Power of the Land to Protect Sovereignty and its supporters will gather in Bangkok's Victory Monument on Sunday to oppose the Pheu Thai Party leading the formation of a new government. Pichit Chaimongkol, another core leader of the protest group, called for public gathering at Victory Monument on Sunday from noon onwards.

The demonstrators have six key demands, including the dissolution of the House of Representatives, a new election, and the amendment of the Constitution. The demonstration is set to take place just days before the House of Representatives meeting to select a new prime minister.

If the Pheu Thai Party continues to nominate its candidate for prime minister, it would be considered a continuation of power by the same political group. This is a concern for the United Power of the Land to Protect Sovereignty and its supporters, who view such a move as a threat to Thailand's democratic process.

As of Saturday, the People's Party has stated that it had not entered into any agreements with any groups. The political landscape in Thailand remains fluid, and the coming days are expected to bring more clarity to the country's political future.