Potjaman Shinawatra

Potjaman Shinawatra is a Thai businesswoman and former First Lady of Thailand, known for her marriage to Thaksin Shinawatra, the controversial former Prime Minister of Thailand. Born in 1960, she played a significant role in her husband's political career and faced legal challenges alongside him, including a conviction for corruption, which she has always claimed was politically motivated. Potjaman has been a prominent figure in Thai politics, particularly during Thaksin's tenure in office, and has continued to be influential in the political landscape even after their separation due to the tumultuous nature of Thai politics.