sambum Posted May 10, 2022 Share Posted May 10, 2022 I was checking to see if the State of Emergency is still in operation in Thailand, and was not surprised in the least to see that it is. What did surprise me was that it has been extended 17 (SEVENTEEN!) times! The current extension is until 31st May, and presumably will be extended yet again, or is the PM being pressurised into repealing it as part of the "complete reopening" of the country? I have my own opinions as to the reason for all these extensions, but I would be interested to see other readers "Points of View" on this matter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Thaiwrath Posted May 10, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted May 10, 2022 Prayut Obviously Wants Extended Restrictions ! 1 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RafPinto Posted May 10, 2022 Share Posted May 10, 2022 15 minutes ago, Thaiwrath said: Prayut Obviously Wants <deleted> Extended Restrictions ! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alldar Posted May 10, 2022 Share Posted May 10, 2022 On the other hand Covid extensions are great benefit of this and I am sure many people here are using them. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post PJ71 Posted May 10, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted May 10, 2022 59 minutes ago, Thaiwrath said: Prayut Obviously Wants Extended Restrictions ! Impressive. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtls2005 Posted May 10, 2022 Share Posted May 10, 2022 1 hour ago, sambum said: What did surprise me was that it has been extended 17 (SEVENTEEN!) times! Folks in the restive south will see your seventeen times (at 60 days per) with 65+ extensions (a 3 months per), bringing you an Emergency Decree since July, 2005. I assume they'll decide on this at this week's CCSA meeting? They've been announcing COVOD decree extensions ~ two weeks before the current one expires. And I think they'll extend again. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
starky Posted May 10, 2022 Share Posted May 10, 2022 This thread cant last long.... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mtls2005 Posted May 10, 2022 Share Posted May 10, 2022 (edited) 1 hour ago, sambum said: I have my own opinions as to the reason for all these extensions, but I would be interested to see other readers "Points of View" on this matter. Not that they need it, but the COVID Emergency Decree gives the regime an extra layer of legal protection, allowing them to issue orders, declarations, proclamations and rules, without fear of future consequences (think future health issues from hastily approved vaccines or treatments, for one example). And it prevents any criticism, scrutiny by the press or public. Sure a few pesky opposition MPs speak up now and then. Preventing public gatherings is a side-benefit; but those can be controlled without an emergency decree. Edited May 10, 2022 by mtls2005 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bkk6060 Posted May 10, 2022 Share Posted May 10, 2022 Got an acquaintance in Phuket who said cops everywhere and they are enforcing the no mask rules. He got stopped on his motorbike and was told 20,000 b fine. He said he settled it for less. Not many obeying in Pattaya bars and restaurants back to normal it seems places packed not following the decree requirements. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StayinThailand2much Posted May 10, 2022 Share Posted May 10, 2022 (edited) 2 hours ago, sambum said: The current extension is until 31st May, and presumably will be extended yet again (...) My money is on 'yes'. Edited May 10, 2022 by StayinThailand2much Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sambum Posted May 10, 2022 Author Share Posted May 10, 2022 34 minutes ago, mtls2005 said: Not that they need it, but the COVID Emergency Decree gives the regime an extra layer of legal protection, allowing them to issue orders, declarations, proclamations and rules, without fear of future consequences (think future health issues from hastily approved vaccines or treatments, for one example). And it prevents any criticism, scrutiny by the press or public. Sure a few pesky opposition MPs speak up now and then. Preventing public gatherings is a side-benefit; but those can be controlled without an emergency decree. Better to have them all under the same "umbrella"! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sambum Posted May 10, 2022 Author Share Posted May 10, 2022 (edited) 5 minutes ago, StayinThailand2much said: My money is on 'yes'. ? "Yes" to the further extension or "Yes"to it being repealed, or are you just hedging your bets? ???? Bit like me asking my Thai Mrs whether she would like a drink of tea or coffee, and she answers "Yes!" Edited May 10, 2022 by sambum Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sambum Posted May 10, 2022 Author Share Posted May 10, 2022 1 hour ago, RafPinto said: Your point being? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sambum Posted May 10, 2022 Author Share Posted May 10, 2022 1 hour ago, Thaiwrath said: Prayut Obviously Wants Extended Restrictions ! Brilliant! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandiRona Posted May 10, 2022 Share Posted May 10, 2022 They need control till elections so yes it is going to be extended. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StayinThailand2much Posted May 10, 2022 Share Posted May 10, 2022 (edited) 2 hours ago, sambum said: ? "Yes" to the further extension or "Yes"to it being repealed, or are you just hedging your bets? ???? The current extension is until 31st May, and presumably will be extended yet again (...) My money is on 'yes'. Not clear?? Edited May 10, 2022 by StayinThailand2much Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sambum Posted May 10, 2022 Author Share Posted May 10, 2022 1 hour ago, StayinThailand2much said: The current extension is until 31st May, and presumably will be extended yet again (...) My money is on 'yes'. Not clear?? I believe it is clear now, but my original questions were:- "The current extension is until 31st May, and presumably will be extended yet again, or is the PM being pressurised into repealing it as part of the "complete reopening" of the country?" To which you replied "My money is on "yes". However, now you have made yourself clear - I agree with you, and I also think that there will be yet another extension. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucky Bones Posted May 10, 2022 Share Posted May 10, 2022 Anyone who thinks that there will not be an extension (s) is surely as delusional as Cha Cha. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sambum Posted May 10, 2022 Author Share Posted May 10, 2022 17 minutes ago, Lucky Bones said: Anyone who thinks that there will not be an extension (s) is surely as delusional as Cha Cha. You are surely correct, but with what (logical/believable) justification? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sticky Rice Balls Posted May 10, 2022 Share Posted May 10, 2022 dirty filthy infested farangs! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sticky Rice Balls Posted May 10, 2022 Share Posted May 10, 2022 6 hours ago, Alldar said: On the other hand Covid extensions are great benefit of this and I am sure many people here are using them. going for #3 next week!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sticky Rice Balls Posted May 10, 2022 Share Posted May 10, 2022 59 minutes ago, sambum said: You are surely correct, but with what (logical/believable) justification? thainess... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
audaciousnomad Posted May 10, 2022 Share Posted May 10, 2022 18 minutes ago, Sticky Rice Balls said: going for #3 next week!!! Just did my 10th one on Monday. CE forever !!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Hammer2021 Posted May 10, 2022 Share Posted May 10, 2022 7 hours ago, bkk6060 said: Got an acquaintance in Phuket who said cops everywhere and they are enforcing the no mask rules. He got stopped on his motorbike and was told 20,000 b fine. He said he settled it for less. Not many obeying in Pattaya bars and restaurants back to normal it seems places packed not following the decree requirements. Masks have never been required in bars or restaurants in Pattaya - you can't eat or drink with a mask on but masks are worn in malls, shops offices, buildings , outside and transport- by most people 95% Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucky Bones Posted May 10, 2022 Share Posted May 10, 2022 7 hours ago, sambum said: You are surely correct, but with what (logical/believable) justification? Cha Cha has a military education...left, right, left, right.... march. Logic and justification for Emergency Decree is not understood. Only "Respect My Authoritah". TIT. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sambum Posted May 11, 2022 Author Share Posted May 11, 2022 16 hours ago, Sticky Rice Balls said: dirty filthy infested farangs! Any other pearls of wisdom? ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zzaa09 Posted May 11, 2022 Share Posted May 11, 2022 17 hours ago, Sticky Rice Balls said: dirty filthy infested farangs! Damn right! Time to round up all the undesirables. ???? The unspoken Disappeared policy is secretly in place. ???? Beware. Filty disconnected Farang. ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sticky Rice Balls Posted May 11, 2022 Share Posted May 11, 2022 22 hours ago, audaciousnomad said: Just did my 10th one on Monday. CE forever !!! sure beats the haul to laos or mae sai.......easy peasy but $$$ ill take it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sticky Rice Balls Posted May 11, 2022 Share Posted May 11, 2022 5 hours ago, zzaa09 said: Damn right! Time to round up all the undesirables. ???? The unspoken Disappeared policy is secretly in place. ???? Beware. Filty disconnected Farang. ???? how about marketing for tourism--free soapies on arrival at swampy!!!!! freshy farangs!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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