How do you know the wealth of this man, was it mentioned in the article?
It's not impossible for that amount to be his life savings, or a good chunk of it?
I'm in and out this airport probably 20 times a year and i'd agree, it's a decent airport to navigate thru, some of the walks from the gates can be a bit far but it's decent.
I've experienced few delays over the years.
Highway police are always on the roads.
Almost all motorists speed past them above the speed limit while they're pulling over big trucks getting their tea money.
Thailand actually has a very good program for HIV.
If caught early, medication pretty much makes for a normal life ( if you have a sensible lifestyle ).