Army chief voices concern over the spread of fake news

[webfact]

Army chief voices concern over the spread of fake news  

 

 

Thailand’s Army Commander-in-Chief, General Apirat Kongsompong, has expressed serious concern over the spread of fake news, some of which seems intended to discredit the government and the military.

 

He said that, while he did not want to describe the use of fake news as “mind manipulation”, he had observed that some people, when repeatedly exposed to fake news, gradually become influenced by it and finally believe the fake news is true.

 

In addition to the police being tasked with investigating fake news, General Apirat said that the Ministry of Digital for Economy and Society is in the process of setting up a centre focusing on fake news and the military has taken steps, within its authority, to monitor the problem.

 

Full story: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/army-chief-voices-concern-over-the-spread-of-fake-news/

 

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[colinneil]

Sounds like he is getting prepared for his turn at the trough.

[Denim]

18 minutes ago, webfact said:

He said that, while he did not want to describe the use of fake news as “mind manipulation”, he had observed that some people, when repeatedly exposed to fake news, gradually become influenced by it and finally believe the fake news is true.

 

Can't argue with him on this.

 

The most visible and risible victims of fake news are known as 

yellow shirts or Padites. They have been absorbing the military's propaganda for decades until they now believe whole heartedly that only they have the right to be called loyal and worthy citizens.

 

Anybody who questions the propaganda that they themselves have swallowed they look down on and label ignorant peasants who must be suppressed and disenfranchised.

 

 

 

[kellersphuket]

Funny that, because I thought it was HIM that was always spreading fake news in Thailand??

 

hmmmm????

 

 

[ChipButty]

Maybe getting to close to the truth, off to the attitude adjustment center

[BestB]

would love to know what the fake news were and are.

[Justgrazing]

22 minutes ago, colinneil said:

Sounds like he is getting prepared for his turn at the trough.

Hahahaha .. ????

 

25 minutes ago, webfact said:

Thailand’s Army Commander-in-Chief, General Apirat Kongsompong, has expressed serious concern over the spread of fake news, some of which seems intended to discredit the government and the military

Best get comfortable with the idea Pal .. control of media and information is no longer solely in the hands of a few .. The internet is a very powerful medium now that can spread a word in seconds .. regardless of whether its accurate or not .. This dude needs a reality check to introduce him to the here and now .. 

[Eric Loh]

21 minutes ago, webfact said:

Thailand’s Army Commander-in-Chief, General Apirat Kongsompong, has expressed serious concern over the spread of fake news, some of which seems intended to discredit the government and the military.

I presume that fake news intended for the oppositions and political activists are not his concern. What a fair and ethical man. Pin a democracy medal on him. 

[SmartyMarty]

look in the mirror.

 

[Puchaiyank]

I get the impression that any news that he disagrees with will be considered fake news...his people may soon become the clearing house for "all" news to ensure it meets his approval...

 

What could be more "fake" than that?  ????

[nikmar]

32 minutes ago, webfact said:

Thailand’s Army Commander-in-Chief, General Apirat Kongsompong, has expressed serious concern over the spread of fake news, some of which seems intended to discredit the government and the military.

Fake news is not required in order to discredit the government and military, theyre doing just fine themselves!

[RichardColeman]

43 minutes ago, webfact said:

He said that, while he did not want to describe the use of fake news as “mind manipulation”,

As opposed to the Friday night extravaganza ? 

[poohy]

i am more concerned about his fake medals!

[Artisi]

Don't worry pal, if you're a good boy you might get a turn at the trough. that's might if your stars are correctly aligned at the time. 

[Sticky Wicket]

The most dangerous man in Toyland, and he has plenty of competition!

[poohy]

6 minutes ago, Sticky Wicket said:

The most dangerous man in Toyland, and he has plenty of competition!

Sadly this loathsome creature seems to have friends in high "far off" places

[Oziex1]

The message is we are the chosen ones, anything that contradicts this is fake.

Wait till this guy gets hold of his new APC's bought from the biggest democracy on the planet. 

[Creasy]

Looks like he’s had plastic surgery 

[Dave67]

52 minutes ago, Denim said:

 

Can't argue with him on this.

 

The most visible and risible victims of fake news are known as 

yellow shirts or Padites. They have been absorbing the military's propaganda for decades until they now believe whole heartedly that only they have the right to be called loyal and worthy citizens.

 

Anybody who questions the propaganda that they themselves have swallowed they look down on and label ignorant peasants who must be suppressed and disenfranchised.

 

 

 

I agree this new regime does not support the yellows shirts

[ChrisY1]

1 hour ago, colinneil said:

Sounds like he is getting prepared for his turn at the trough.

Of course....his daddy did and he wants the position as well! Look out Prayuth!

[Eric Loh]

8 minutes ago, Creasy said:

Looks like he’s had plastic surgery 

Before he looks like Freddy Krueger. 

[Thailand]

I don't believe this story.

[sammieuk1]

He said that, while he did not want to describe the use of fake news as “mind manipulation”, he had observed that some people, when repeatedly exposed to fake news, gradually become influenced by it and finally believe the fake news is true.

 

So true General armour face could be the first casualty of his own observations???? 

[Orton Rd]

Fake news, can't even come up with thier own ideas, what next the Russians tried to  interfere with Thailand's free and fair elections ???? Might have been a bit more convincing if he could have come up with a single example of this fake news.

[DannyCarlton]

1 hour ago, BestB said:

would love to know what the fake news were and are.

The rule requiring O-A visa applicants to have insurance cover was due to be implemented on July 1st. Then there was going to be an announcement about it this week (last week). I think the people spreading this fake news should be shot. Oh, wait a minute, where did I read it? 555

 

 

[300sd]

Many will need attitude adjustment after all this fake news. 

 

[55Jay]

23 minutes ago, Oziex1 said:

The message is we are the chosen ones, anything that contradicts this is fake.

Wait till this guy gets hold of his new APC's bought from the biggest democracy on the planet. 

They bought APCs from India? ???? <jk>

[Henrik Andersen]

Only fake news comes from government and tourism officials 

 

[Cadbury]

1 hour ago, webfact said:

General Apirat Kongsompong, has expressed serious concern over the spread of fake news

When it comes to fake news General Apirat is up there with the best of them. At the time of the recent bombings he blurted out that the bombings had been done by the same people who did the Bangkok bombings in 2006. Seemingly he forgot that no one was ever found responsible for those bombings. 

[RickG16]

1 hour ago, ChipButty said:

Maybe getting to close to the truth, off to the attitude adjustment center

Not watching the footy this season?