Plus Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 Mods I think this is a very time sensititive happening.....will you check and see if the time clock on the posts is off ??? I bet they don't have time for that now. Thekrungthepian, nice post, could you repost it somewhere else, otherwise it will be buried in this thread for good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dudley23 Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 Great work by all keeping us up to date especially Jai Dee, Have a question as I am based here for my OZ company and we are shipping a lot of product from Thailand is there any feeling services could be disrupted depending on the outcome??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jai Dee Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 1.30pm : A Tribunal judge starts reading the verdict for Democrrat Party. He says the reading will take long time so attendants in the court room are allowed to sit while the verdict is read. 1.15pm Former Democrat Mps, staffs and supporters start gathering in front of a big screen television at the party headquarter to wait for the Tribunal's reading of verdict to start. 1pm : Live broadcast from the Tribunal shows senior Democrat members, including Chuan and Abhisit sitting in a court room waiting for the verdict. From the Nation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tywais Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 For member who do not have access to a television or outside Thailand a live broadcast (in Thai) can be seen here > http://www.tricast.co.th/tv5/ Internet Explorer required. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jai Dee Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 FPO believes Judgement Day will have no effect on economy Deputy Director of the Fiscal Policy Office (FPO), Somchai Sajjaphong (สมชัย สัจจพงศ์) believes the verdict of party’s dissolution case will have no effect on the economy. FPO Deputy Director says the verdict will contribute to a brighter future in the economic and political aspects. He also remarks that the sooner the election, the better the economy and political climate. The Ministry of Finance is set to revise this year’s growth rate. It speculates that the economy should grow by 4-4.5%. Source: Thai National News Bureau Public Relations Department - 30 May 2007 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chinthee Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 For member who do not have access to a television or outside Thailand a live broadcast (in Thai) can be seen here > http://www.tricast.co.th/tv5/Internet Explorer required. And the live play-by-play is on the Nation Website here: http://www.nationmultimedia.com/2007/05/30...es_30035565.php Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jai Dee Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 Senior Democrat Party members listen as a Constitutional Tribunal judge reads a verdict against the party. Source: The Nation - 30 May 2007 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tywais Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 For member who do not have access to a television or outside Thailand a live broadcast (in Thai) can be seen here > http://www.tricast.co.th/tv5/Internet Explorer required. And the live play-by-play is on the Nation Website here: http://www.nationmultimedia.com/2007/05/30...es_30035565.php And another live feed supplied by member Aujuba > http://www.thailandoutlook.tv/ Some English commentary with this feed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sriracha john Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 An hour into the reading and.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A_Traveller Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 (edited) An hour into the reading and.... we know the cell phones are being jammed.... Regards /edit typo // Edited May 30, 2007 by A_Traveller Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jingthing Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 What are they saying? Instant translations please ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chinthee Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 What are they saying? Instant translations please ... Some of the democrats actions could be construed as against democracy and illegal, etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jai Dee Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 PM to declare emergency 'if necessary' The government is ready to declare a state of emergency in Bangkok if the situation after the tribunal ruling gets out of control, Prime Minister Surayud Chulanont insisted Wednesday. But there appeared no basis to reports or even fears that large groups of protesters would attempt violence after the ruling of the Constitution Tribunal, which began exactly on schedule at 1:30 p.m. Gen Surayud said that intelligence reports have not yet found anything unusual. More from the Bangkok Post here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quiksilva Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 From the Nation's editor's blog. 1:15 pm: Crowds at key spots have been swelling gradually, but the order remains. Khun KK, the Thai Rak Thai camp has cited the interim charter, which they said opens the way for the verdict to be challenged. The interim charter, unlike the 1997 Constitution, doesn't specifically state that Constitution Tribunal rulings are final, so Thai Rak Thai think they may be able to challenge today's ruling.1:30 pm: Any minute now, folks. 1:37 pm: The verdict is being read. You can hear pins drop in the newsroom. It seems the world stops outside our office as well. Boy, this will surely break TV rating records. 2 pm: Judge Jaran Hattakarn continues to read the verdict. The first thing he said was ask all in the courtroom to sit because "it's going to take hours". I admire him. When was the last time you have to read anything out loud continuously for two or three hours? As to Roo's question, the verdict is based on the interim charter and organic laws on the MPs, senators elections and political parties. The essence of the 1997 charter is still enshrined in the organic laws. So, the ruling is based on both charters, though one has been abolished, and the organic laws. 2:25 pm: The judge's still reading. Backgrounds of the Democrat case featuring opinions of the investigators. Steven, I have cross-checked with many reporters. No appeal is possible. The verdict will be final. In the 1997 Constitution, it was stated that the Constitution Court's verdicts are ultimate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chinthee Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 What are they saying? Instant translations please ... Some of the democrats actions could be construed as against democracy and illegal, etc. Prosecution's case against the Democrats was summarized by the panel, and they are now presenting the defense's summary. They haven't rendered judgment yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plus Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 They've been reading the verdict for over an hour now and it's nowhere near the end. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Plus Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 I think TRT verdict is scheduled for 3.30, Thai time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quiksilva Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 Tulsathit ‘s Blog [Editor of the Nation] 2:36 pm: "Thaksin's legacy is for all to see. But Sir, what can the poor do? They need to eat too? They need the likes of Thaksin and Chavalit and even the mafia bosses around.Let's not kid ourself. When everything is back to normal, these people, their families or cronies will surface again. " Genesha here speaks the minds of many. How can we get off this vicious circle? Let's see how we get out of today first. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jai Dee Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 A summary of the events today so far from The Nation: 2:00 pm: A man in black unfurls a black banner reading, "Against Coup" on a footpath opposite the Constitution Court. 1:30 pm: Constitution Tribunal judge Jaran Hatthakam starts reading the verdict. 1:25 pm: The chair of the Constitution Tribunal pleas for calm before the reading of the verdict against the Democrat. 1:00 pm: The nine judges start presiding over the bench, getting read to read the verdict at 1:30 pm. Wiphuthalaeng Pattanaphumthai, spokesman of the Saturday People Against Dictatorship Group, says police have released their truck so the group will distribute the talismans once the shipment arrives. 12:55 pm: The Saturday People Against Dictatorship Group announces it fails to meet the schedule to hand out Jatukam Ramathep talismans at Sanam Luang at noon. The group claims police have stopped its truck carrying the talismans. About 300 people are waiting at Sanam Luang for the talismans. Police tell the group to cancel the plan to distribute the talismans if they fail to do it by 1 pm. Observers believe the group plan to use talismans to draw people to join its demonstration. 12.50 pm: The number of people in front of the Constitution Court rose to about 20. 12:30 pm: Abhisit arrives at the Constitution Court. He has to push through an army of policemen and reporters waiting outside the court. About 500 reporters, both Thais and foreigners, are covering the event. 11:40 am: After meeting with CNS chief Sonthi, Prime Minister Surayud Chulanont says his government is ready to impose the state of emergency if the situation is threatening to get out of control. He his government and CNS will meet again after the Tribunal delivers verdict and will stay at the Government House all day long to monitor the situation. However, the premier says there's no report of such threat. Sonthi confirms that there are no mobs heading to Bangkok from other provinces. However, he says officials are now closely monitoring some areas in the capital such as Chatuchak and Khlong Toei. 11:15 am: A small group of people arrive at the Constitution Court to express their support for Thai Rak Thai. The group has about seven and eight people. They say Thai Rak Thai should not be dissolved. Officials have allowed them to sit on the footpath in front of the court. Meanwhile, all roads leading to the Constitution Court remain open to traffic. There is no report of traffic jam. Everyone who arrive at the court must park their car outside and walk into the court's compound. 10:00 am: Gen Sonthi Boonyaratglin, chairman of the Council for National Security, Defence Minister Gen Boonrawd Somtas, Army assistant chief Gen Anupong Paojinda, First Army Area commander Lt Gen Prayuth Ocha arrives at Government House to meet Prime Minister Surayud Chulanont. Deputy Bangkok Governor Wallop Suwandee arrives at the Constitution Court to inspect security measures. 9:00 am: Metropolitan Police Commissioner Lt Gen Adisorn Nonsee says mobilized groups of villagers from provinces may begin rallying about noon, especially at Sanam Luang. Police will be deployed to keep security at Sanam Luang as well. 8:45 am: Pol Maj Gen Amnuay Nimmano, commander of Metropolitan Police Division 2, inspects the security measures at the Democrat Party head office. 8:30 am: Constitution Tribunal members arrive at the Constitution Court in a van amid tightened security. They are escorted by Metropolitan police chief Adisorn Nonsee. The judges enter the court building through a backdoor without giving interview to reporters. 6:30 am: Supreme Court President Preecha Thanomrod, who chairs the Constitution Tribunal, summons clerks in charge of preparing documents related the cases to a meeting. 6:00 am: An army of reporters and photographers arrive at Constitution Court to make preparations for the coverage of the historical rulings. Hundreds of police and military officers secure the place around the Office of the Constitution Court. Metropolitan police line up from Phra Pokklao Bridge along the roads around the office. Metropolitan police announce through public addressing system, asking people not to gather at the court but wait for the verdicts at home. The police play patriotic songs in alternation with making the announcements. People living in the neighbourhood go up on rooftops to monitor the situation. The traffic on the road in front of the court has started to slow down. 5:00 am: Security officials start make preparations for keeping security by installing two bomb detectors at the entrance to the Constitution Court building. Two police dogs are deployed to the court's compound. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turnip Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 I was in court on a drink driving charge last week. I plead guilty. It still took the judge 30 minutes to read all the charges etc against me and my also-guilty non-defendants. be prepared for a long long wait. By the way I was 67mg (legal in Uk and USA but not here) after one beer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sriracha john Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 an hour and a half into the reading and.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chinthee Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 an hour and a half into the reading and.... Running English commentary and translation here as mentioned above: http://www.thailandoutlook.tv/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
corkscrew Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 I was in court on a drink driving charge last week. I plead guilty. It still took the judge 30 minutes to read all the charges etc against me and my also-guilty non-defendants. be prepared for a long long wait. By the way I was 67mg (legal in Uk and USA but not here) after one beer. So, what is the legal limit in Thailand. I thought it was .80. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jai Dee Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 Soldiers check passengers on a bus bound for Bangkok from Nakhon Ratchasima. Security forces are discouraging people from gathering in Bangkok for the Constitution Tribunal’s ruling on whether to dissolve the Thai Rak Thai and Democrat parties. Soldiers from the First Army Area on guard duty at Sanam Luang yesterday, having been stationed to prevent violence in the wake of today’s Constitution Tribunal verdicts on the Democrat and Thai Rak Thai parties. Sanam Luang is one site where party supporters and demonstrators are expected to gather. Source: The Nation - 30 May 2007 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jai Dee Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 2:40 pm: Tribunal judge Nurak Mapraneet reads the Democrat's defense. From The Nation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A_Traveller Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 2:55 pm: Cell-phone users receive SMS message saying, "All Thais should embrace HM the King's words of advice. Be conscious. Cherish unity. Be sensible and Respect laws...from CNS". CNS has asked cell-phone service providers AIS, DTAC and TRUE to send the message. From The Nation No one here has got one yet, though. Regards Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turnip Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 Limit in Thailand is .5 (50mgs). One beer and you cant drive. I was busted by a special police unit, no bribe money allowed. Night in jail, 4k fine, 6 hours community service and half a liter of blood! plus see my probabtion officer(!?) every three months for the next year ... The local cops appologised when i went to get my bail money back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chinthee Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 Limit in Thailand is .5 (50mgs). One beer and you cant drive. I was busted by a special police unit, no bribe money allowed. Night in jail, 4k fine, 6 hours community service and half a liter of blood! plus see my probabtion officer(!?) every three months for the next year ... The local cops appologised when i went to get my bail money back. Wow, you should repost this story as an OP Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kratindaeng Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 (edited) yawn............................anyone got any popcorn? Edited May 30, 2007 by kratindaeng Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jumbo2 Posted May 30, 2007 Share Posted May 30, 2007 (XIN) URGENT: Democrat party not guilty of maligning Thai Rak 2007-05-30 04:11 (New York) Thai party: Thai court BANGKOK, May 30, 2007 (Xinhua via COMTEX) -- Thailand's Constitutional Tribunal said in a verdict Wednesday that the Democrat Party, the oldest political party, is not guilty of maligning former ruling Thai Rak Thai party. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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