New Thai Economic Adviser Quits

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New Thai economic adviser quits

" A top economics aide to Thailand's deposed prime minister has quit his new job with the military-backed government after protests.

Somkid Jatusripitak stepped down less than a week after he was given the job of explaining the government's new "sufficiency economy" policy. "

and:

" "I am disappointed that my good intention to serve the country has been misinterpreted by some, but I do not want this to become a political issue that will deepen the divide in the country," Mr Somkid told reporters.

The government has had trouble explaining, particularly to foreign investors, its vision for a more nationalist, protectionist approach to the economy.

The policy is an abrupt change from the more aggressive economic policies that marked Mr Thaksin's administration. "

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