Wissanu likens new government to ship that can sink if not taken cared for

[webfact]

Wissanu likens new government to ship that can sink if not taken cared for

 

 

Deputy Prime Minister Wissanu Krea-ngam has likened the new government, which is yet to be set up, to a large steel ship, carrying both people and cargo, which can go rusty and sink if the rust is ignored.

 

The best way to protect the steel ship from rust is for everyone on board to do their jobs properly, he added.

 

Dr. Wissanu disclosed that he had already completed the formal documents required by all would-be ministers, but did not know which cabinet post he would be assigned, saying jokingly that he might be named the energy minister.

 

Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/wissanu-likens-new-government-to-ship-that-can-sink-if-not-taken-cared-for/

 

 

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[jabis]

But if it's a sub you want it to sink ????

[bluesofa]

16 minutes ago, webfact said:

Deputy Prime Minister Wissanu Krea-ngam has likened the new government, which is yet to be set up, to a large steel ship, carrying both people and cargo, which can go rusty and sink if the rust is ignored.

What's going to be the name of this ship, Titanic?

[Thaiwrath]

20 minutes ago, webfact said:

Deputy Prime Minister Wissanu Krea-ngam has likened the new government, which is yet to be set up, to a large steel ship, carrying both people and cargo, which can go rusty and sink if the rust is ignored.

And that's its current state, it can only get worse.

[madmitch]

Surely the rust is the old guard, unelected former NCPO members who shouldn't be anywhere near the cabinet of a democratically elected government. And many people really would like to get rid of that rust.

[Enoon]

 

rickP

 

 

 

[leeneeds]

1 hour ago, webfact said:

which can go rusty and sink if the rust is ignored.

Very hard to see rust from within, 

already in place and doing the internal damage,

[ezzra]

The metaphor should have addressed the fate of the rats on said ship, and rtas as we all know ump swim and board another ship...

[YetAnother]

1 hour ago, webfact said:

but did not know which cabinet post he would be assigned, saying jokingly that he might be named the energy minister.

the right, qualified people in the right jobs ? not something thailand is particularly good at

[choff56]

2 hours ago, bluesofa said:

What's going to be the name of this ship, Titanic?

Of Fools!

[colinneil]

45 minutes ago, YetAnother said:

the right, qualified people in the right jobs ? not something thailand is particularly good at

The right qualified people, the only qualification needed is a bulging holdall.

[Lupatria]

I Noah guy who can help you out... but you may be asked to convert.

Edited July 3, 2019 by Lupatria

[DoctorG]

The danger with analogies and metaphors is that the interpretation can be the exact opposite from that intended.

[Hayduke]

3 hours ago, webfact said:

Deputy Prime Minister Wissanu Krea-ngam has likened the new government, which is yet to be set up, to a large steel ship, carrying both people and cargo, which can go rusty and sink if the rust is ignored.

 

How poetic. Had no idea that the chief court eunuch was such a euphemistic and philosophical sort...

 

 

 

Edited July 4, 2019 by Hayduke

[Phuketshrew]

That's a bit worrying, given the Thai's recent record in marine safety.

[klauskunkel]

4 hours ago, webfact said:

The best way to protect the steel ship from rust is

to grease it in just the right places with the correct amount of brown envelopes and to paint over all the blemishes so the face stays presentable.

[sammieuk1]

I liken this government more lowly than a big ship to something approaching  a hole in my shoe that's letting in water in heavy traffic ????

[chrisinth]

4 hours ago, webfact said:

The best way to protect the steel ship from rust is for everyone on board to do their jobs properly, he added.

Unless preventative actions have been taken against 'corrosion', before the ship sails, it will be a never ending battle. If the prime coat isn't properly adhered to the steel, holes will appear before long, particularly in the saline atmosphere of Thai politics. 

 

And as for the protection, you need people that are properly qualified at that particular job for it to work. Not just cosmetic paint jobs.....................

[fullcave]

Must be cared for..????????????

[dave moir]

How many deputy Prime Minister's are  there? I thought Prawit was the Deputy Prime Minister.

[Katipo]

I can see that analogy..... Prayuth as Captain, Army/Gov as Officers, and the general public as slaves that will be tossed overboard if they don't do what they are told. ????

[smutcakes]

I presume by taking care of that he means that everyone fills their pockets until they are bloated and happy?

[Zack61]

4 hours ago, webfact said:

but did not know which cabinet post he would be assigned, saying jokingly that he might be named the energy minister.

Perhaps Minister for Maritime would be the logical portfolio. 

[BobBKK]

It is no ship.

It is a paper cut-out barge, stuck together with lies and deceit and the sailors are shameless opportunists. It will leak, and lurch whilst pretending to be bold and strong. 

[hotchilli]

5 hours ago, webfact said:

The best way to protect the steel ship from rust is for everyone on board to do their jobs properly, he added.

Do retired generals and commanders know how to run a country.. or just bark orders around!

[robblok]

Too bad the opposition can't use the subs the army is going to buy to sink it.

[Srikcir]

44 minutes ago, dave moir said:

How many deputy Prime Minister's are  there? I thought Prawit was the Deputy Prime Minister.

Looks like five of which two also serve as department ministers (Justice & Defense)

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prime_Minister_of_Thailand#Deputy_Prime_Ministers

 

 

[Srikcir]

4 hours ago, bluesofa said:

What's going to be the name of this ship, Titanic?

Actually there is no official new government other than PM Prayut himself.

No new Cabinet members have been endorsed.

So I would call the ship the "S.S. Minnow."

https://gilligan.fandom.com/wiki/S.S._Minnow

[Oziex1]

So when are they going to form a government, or is going to rust on the dry dock. 

[Artisi]

4 hours ago, madmitch said:

Surely the rust is the old guard, unelected former NCPO members who shouldn't be anywhere near the cabinet of a democratically elected government. And many people really would like to get rid of that rust.

Calling the old guard rust is far too PC and polite, there are many better descriptions that are more appropriate....