Thailand’s PM defends further extension of national state of emergency

 

 

Thailand’s Prime Minister, General Prayut Chan-o-cha, defended Monday’s decision to extend the national state of emergency until end of July, noting that there is still a high risk of a second wave of COVID-19 infections, as the country enters the 5th phase of lockdown relaxation.

 

While emphasizing the need for everyone to continue to observe basic anti-COVID-19 safety guidelines, the Prime Minister attributed Thailand’s success in containing the pandemic to good cooperation from the public and the emergency decree which, he said, has enabled the Government to take immediate steps to stem the spread of the virus, including the closure of the country’s borders, and of business and leisure activities in the initial stage of the outbreak.

 

He stressed the need for pro-active measures to prevent the spread of the disease, especially regarding retail businesses and tourism, while he expressed his sympathy for the poor, who have been particularly badly affected by the lockdown measures.

 

He also dismissed, as irrelevant, criticism that the state of emergency has violated the freedom and liberties of the people.

 

Meanwhile, CCSA spokesman Dr. Taweesin Visanuyothin said today that the CCSA has agreed to allow pubs, bars, karaoke bars, massage parlors, internet and game cafés and tea houses to resume businesses, but under certain conditions.

 

Bars, pubs and karaoke bars can operate up to midnight, but they must observe social distancing, with each table separated by at least two metres, each chair by one metre and each group must not exceed five people.

 

Convenience stores can operate around the clock, but shopping and community malls can operate up to 10pm.

 

Age and time limits are applied in internet and game cafés.  These venues are open to youth under 15 from 2pm to 8pm on weekdays and 10am to 8pm on weekends.  For those between 15 and 18 years old, they are open from 2pm to 10pm on weekends and 10am to 10pm on weekends.  No time limits for people over 18 years of age.

 

Source: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/thailands-pm-defends-further-extension-of-national-state-of-emergency/

 

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13 minutes ago, snoop1130 said:

while he expressed his sympathy for the poor, who have been particularly badly affected by the lockdown measures.

Sympathy isn't good enough. 

And with the restrictive measures in place for a lot of businesses to open (many won't re-open), and the largest unemployment figures in decades, the number of poor people in Thailand will increase incredibly.

But do the government or the elite care ? I don't think so. 

Edited June 29, 20206 yr by Thaiwrath

4 minutes ago, Thaiwrath said:

Sympathy isn't good enough. 

And with the restrictive measures in place for a lot of businesses to open (many won't re-open), and the largest unemployment figures in decades, the number of poor people in Thailand will increase incredibly.  

Decent income support for those most affected would go much further at the ballot box than sympathy. But then, elections here are rigged in his favor anyway.

He does remind me of the Flanders and Swann line " Always be sincere, whether you mean it or not".

Edited June 29, 20206 yr by Lacessit

3 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

Monday’s decision to extend the national state of emergency until end of July, noting that there is still a high risk of a second wave of COVID-19 infections,

o let me guess, national security , which means absolutely nothing; more government bs

"He also dismissed, as irrelevant, criticism that the state of emergency has violated the freedom and liberties of the people."

 

just about says the last 6 years in one sentence !

Ah, Prayut, you do what you think will benefit you and your puppet masters, you have at least....well....one supporter in this forum! 

Judging by the exchange rate to the baht he must be doing something right which the financial world likes. It has'nt shifted throughout this lockdown emergency.

13 hours ago, Thaiwrath said:

Sympathy isn't good enough. 

And with the restrictive measures in place for a lot of businesses to open (many won't re-open), and the largest unemployment figures in decades, the number of poor people in Thailand will increase incredibly.

But do the government or the elite care ? I don't think so. 

With no foreign tourists to bolster the saturated bar/entertainment market many are in trouble anyway.

   For you poor folks suffering under my equally poor leadership as your prime minister,  here's a big tasty dish of sympathy I cooked up myself to fill your empty bellies.  Enjoy!

13 hours ago, Thaiwrath said:

Sympathy isn't good enough. 

And with the restrictive measures in place for a lot of businesses to open (many won't re-open), and the largest unemployment figures in decades, the number of poor people in Thailand will increase incredibly.

But do the government or the elite care ? I don't think so. 

OK.  So we got the sympathy, now where's the Tea?

No, not THAT tea, T - Thaksin.

He'd sort out the poor people again!

Hehehe

2 hours ago, PatOngo said:

Ah, Prayut, you do what you think will benefit you and your puppet masters, you have at least....well....one supporter in this forum! 

 ..... your not even in Thailand ...  we can only give you half a point for whinging ...  lol   

10 minutes ago, steven100 said:

 ..... your not even in Thailand ...  we can only give you half a point for whinging ...  lol   

Defending your mentor again defending extending the lockdown defending controlling the peasants.?

14 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

Bars, pubs and karaoke bars can operate up to midnigh

Well according to The guidelines No singing or dancing... Karaoke without singing would be nice ... most if all the in laws can not sing...

36 minutes ago, steven100 said:

 ..... your not even in Thailand ...  we can only give you half a point for whinging ...  lol   

You must be heavily invested in the Government schemes and have nothing to loose obviously as the Baht is streaking upwards again amidst a global recession and highest unemployment rates never seen before.  Enjoy you ride...

14 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

Thailand’s Prime Minister, General Prayut Chan-o-cha, defended Monday’s decision to extend the national state of emergency until end of July

You can't defend the indefensible, Prayut. There is no second wave.

It is just your excuse to keep the state of emergency in place.

You and your government are a national embarrassment.

14 hours ago, Lacessit said:

Decent income support for those most affected would go much further at the ballot box than sympathy. But then, elections here are rigged in his favor anyway.

He does remind me of the Flanders and Swann line " Always be sincere, whether you mean it or not".

Yes All counts are fake. But his stepped up his assault with setting up liked opposition before elections. This guy is the worst ever in the country's history.

6 minutes ago, lensta said:

You can't defend the indefensible, Prayut. There is no second wave.

It is just your excuse to keep the state of emergency in place.

You and your government are a national embarrassment.

nonsense,Thailand has faired very well in the fight against COVID-19 transmission and infection rates. Measures put in place early by Khun Prayut Chan O Cha were necessary to ensure effective risk management as has been proven so just keep blowing your trumpet ... but kindly in your own kitchen ... lol

He stressed the need for pro-active measures to prevent the spread of the disease, especially regarding retail businesses and tourism, while he expressed his sympathy for the poor, who have been particularly badly affected by the lockdown measures.

 

Most Thais are a "show me kind of people". That is why these words are utterly meaningless, especially coming from people like Prayuth and Taweesin. If you guys were sincere, you would have offered to sacrifice all of your salaries the entire time this nation was shut down, and donate that money to the poor. Also, you would have offered enough assistance to people out of work, instead of the paltry program you offered, with an 83% rejection rate. A 5,000 baht handout is already inadequate. But, then you have the audacity to reject nearly everyone who applied? Is that what you clowns label as sincerity?

See no suffering. Have no sympathy. The face of this government

24 minutes ago, steven100 said:

nonsense,Thailand has faired very well in the fight against COVID-19 transmission and infection rates. Measures put in place early by Khun Prayut Chan O Cha were necessary to ensure effective risk management as has been proven so just keep blowing your trumpet ... but kindly in your own kitchen ... lol

 

Would point out with no new cases for 30+ days, the only measure required is to keep the borders closed.

Life in Thailand could continue as normal with no risk of anyone being infected.

15 hours ago, Lacessit said:

Decent income support for those most affected would go much further at the ballot box than sympathy. But then, elections here are rigged in his favor anyway.

He does remind me of the Flanders and Swann line " Always be sincere, whether you mean it or not".

“The key to success is sincerity. If you can fake that you've got it made.”

― George Burns

A troll post and attack on another member has been removed

2 hours ago, hotchilli said:

With no foreign tourists to bolster the saturated bar/entertainment market many are in trouble anyway.

That's Prayuts army tactics. STARVE them out. Thailand has to open and this limited hours is outrageous nobody has this virus lol.

49 minutes ago, spidermike007 said:

He stressed the need for pro-active measures to prevent the spread of the disease, especially regarding retail businesses and tourism, while he expressed his sympathy for the poor, who have been particularly badly affected by the lockdown measures.

 

Most Thais are a "show me kind of people". That is why these words are utterly meaningless, especially coming from people like Prayuth and Taweesin. If you guys were sincere, you would have offered to sacrifice all of your salaries the entire time this nation was shut down, and donate that money to the poor. Also, you would have offered enough assistance to people out of work, instead of the paltry program you offered, with an 83% rejection rate. A 5,000 baht handout is already inadequate. But, then you have the audacity to reject nearly everyone who applied? Is that what you clowns label as sincerity?

The poor are not accounted for. This is yellow only serve the rich

Aaaah the baht says it all

i want that home in the hamptons that our Thai family can visit!

Im the Boss and a 2nd wave will make sure I stay the boss and until the 2nd wave comes I'm staying the Boss its simple!

16 hours ago, Thaiwrath said:

Sympathy isn't good enough. 

And with the restrictive measures in place for a lot of businesses to open (many won't re-open), and the largest unemployment figures in decades, the number of poor people in Thailand will increase incredibly.

But do the government or the elite care ? I don't think so. 

None of these guys look like they've missed a meal and eat very well.

16 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

while he expressed his sympathy for the poor, who have been particularly badly affected by the lockdown measures.

What a joker he is. This man would not notice a poor person if he stepped on him crossing the road.

58 minutes ago, tomauasia said:

That's Prayuts army tactics. STARVE them out. Thailand has to open and this limited hours is outrageous nobody has this virus lol.

My post said that Thai domestic tourism was not enough to keep all the bars etc open & making a profit, some will go broke.
International tourism is a long way off yet, open that up & the second wave will surely follow.

That's just common sense.

Just keeping the lid on the brewing unrest a little longer ????