Popular Post webfact Posted November 17, 2022 Popular Post Posted November 17, 2022 Daily News Thai Caption: This time they're doing nothing? Former politician and soapy massage boss Chuwit Kamolwisit - a favorite "go to" guy of the Thai media - has entered the fray regarding the showing of World Cup matches in Thailand. FIFA has been offered 600 million baht by the NBTC but there is still a billion baht shortfall meaning Thais may not get to watch the tournament that begins in Qatar on Sunday. Chuwit posted a picture of the World Cup trophy on his Facebook page along with the slogan "Returning True Happiness". That became a watchword of Prayuth Chan-ocha's regime that seized power in 2014. Chuwit said it would only take 200 million baht a person from "five big investors" to really give the people some happiness. Chump change for people who think nothing of loading up people into the back of pick-ups when it's time to vote in elections, reported Daily News. The intimation was clear - they pay people to vote for their preferred candidates with huge cash inducements, this is just a measly one billion. Referring to the ongoing action against the Chinese he said it looks like the Thais will have to be satisfied with looking at Prawit (Wongsuwon, the DPM) rather than the football. -- © Copyright ASEAN NOW 2022-11-17 - Cigna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Monthly car subscription with first-class insurance, 24x7 assistance and more in one price - click here to find out more! Get your business in front of millions of customers who read ASEAN NOW with an interest in Thailand every month - email [email protected] for more information 1 2 2 8
Popular Post mikosan Posted November 17, 2022 Popular Post Posted November 17, 2022 Small change for Prayut, maybe he should live up to his own slogan. 6
Popular Post TheFishman1 Posted November 17, 2022 Popular Post Posted November 17, 2022 Yeah I think the Prime Minister should pay for it 4 1
Popular Post Purdey Posted November 17, 2022 Popular Post Posted November 17, 2022 It's just a game and won't lead to a better quality of life, especially as the poor gamblers will lose a lot of money. 7 1 1 2
Popular Post Chongalulu Posted November 17, 2022 Popular Post Posted November 17, 2022 20 minutes ago, Purdey said: It's just a game and won't lead to a better quality of life, especially as the poor gamblers will lose a lot of money. So is that all "just a game" activities not of any purpose? No enjoyment (thus quality of life) to be gained from being entertained by football, the Olympics, Muay Thai contests etc etc.? Gamblers will stop gambling because WC is not on the telly ? Strange logic there… 2 2 1
Popular Post Bim Smith Posted November 17, 2022 Popular Post Posted November 17, 2022 I like this guy. Rare outspoken honesty which is refreshing. 2 4 2
Popular Post roo860 Posted November 17, 2022 Popular Post Posted November 17, 2022 9 minutes ago, Bim Smith said: I like this guy. Rare outspoken honesty which is refreshing. Legend 2 1
Popular Post Robert Tyrrell Posted November 17, 2022 Popular Post Posted November 17, 2022 Hello , Stop whining Thailand, Shuck up the Baht , You have no problems making foreigners pay dual prices. You either pay up or miss The Cup !! That simple ???? 4 3
VocalNeal Posted November 17, 2022 Posted November 17, 2022 1 hour ago, TheFishman1 said: Yeah I think the Prime Minister should pay for it I think a TV network should pay and sell advertising???? 1 1
Popular Post Trevor Collins Posted November 17, 2022 Popular Post Posted November 17, 2022 I reside in the UK, so when I make arrangements to travel to Thailand I book my flight and car parking well in advance, to get the best possible price. Likewise, the Thai government should have bought the broadcast rights to the FIFA World Cup well in advance and not leave it to the last minute. If they don't understand this, then maybe they should employ an outside expert to help. 3
Clarkey611 Posted November 17, 2022 Posted November 17, 2022 1 hour ago, Purdey said: It's just a game and won't lead to a better quality of life, especially as the poor gamblers will lose a lot of money. Especially when they do not take Iran to beat England by 4 goals! 1
shackleton Posted November 17, 2022 Posted November 17, 2022 Come on the people with money pay for the Qatar football . World Cup Bring happiness to the Thai people who enjoy sport and football ⚽️
Elkski Posted November 17, 2022 Posted November 17, 2022 So 1.6 billion baht or 43 million USD so 10% of 70 million can watch soccer? So like 6$ per viewer or 200 baht or 1/4 days wage per viewer. I'm glad im not a sports fan 1
moe666 Posted November 17, 2022 Posted November 17, 2022 29 minutes ago, VocalNeal said: I think a TV network should pay and sell advertising???? The easy solution 1
proton Posted November 17, 2022 Posted November 17, 2022 They should not pay FIFA as it has proven to be totally corrupt 1 1
Popular Post suestra29 Posted November 17, 2022 Popular Post Posted November 17, 2022 Government too busy buying submarines, upgrading toilets in officers planes and buying new jet fighters. 2 1
OneMoreFarang Posted November 17, 2022 Posted November 17, 2022 So how much did Chuwit donate or pledge for the happiness of the people? And how about the people who don't care about football but want a free (soapy) massage? I am ready to receive donations. 1
IAMHERE Posted November 17, 2022 Posted November 17, 2022 How did FIFA decide on that amount of money? Quote
Lizzy Duang Posted November 17, 2022 Posted November 17, 2022 1 hour ago, Elkski said: So like 6$ per viewer or 200 baht or 1/4 days wage per viewer. I'm glad im not a sports fan 800.Baht days wage is for whom? Anyway, there is someone who could easily bring up that money and please his people.
JulesMad Posted November 17, 2022 Posted November 17, 2022 Just spend the 600 Million on some useful, instead of that stupid football... 1 1
OneMoreFarang Posted November 17, 2022 Posted November 17, 2022 1 hour ago, Elkski said: So like 6$ per viewer or 200 baht or 1/4 days wage per viewer. Maybe ask some Thai people how much money they bet on football. Hint: A lot! Much more than 200B.
Jaybott Posted November 17, 2022 Posted November 17, 2022 Didn't they just seize over 1 billion baht in cash and assets from the Chinese on line gambling mafia? Why not use that money towards paying for it?
BTB1977 Posted November 17, 2022 Posted November 17, 2022 One baht is too much to watch a bunch of over paid men kick a ball.
Bangkok Barry Posted November 17, 2022 Posted November 17, 2022 2 hours ago, Trevor Collins said: I reside in the UK, so when I make arrangements to travel to Thailand I book my flight and car parking well in advance, to get the best possible price. Likewise, the Thai government should have bought the broadcast rights to the FIFA World Cup well in advance and not leave it to the last minute. If they don't understand this, then maybe they should employ an outside expert to help. They appear to have not known the WC was on until about a week ago. No planning for it, came as a complete surprise.
NONG CHOK Posted November 17, 2022 Posted November 17, 2022 I don't think Chuwit would've been squeaky clean when he nominated for elections before. Did he pay his constituents cash for votes or give them free vouchers for a soapy with an extended happy ending.
MrJ2U Posted November 17, 2022 Posted November 17, 2022 4 hours ago, nchuckle said: Gamblers will stop gambling because WC is not on the telly ? Strange logic there… We'll find a way to watch it. No problem.
biggles45 Posted November 17, 2022 Posted November 17, 2022 ' Why not use that money towards paying for it' It has already been distributed to Persons of Influence!!
sambum Posted November 17, 2022 Posted November 17, 2022 5 hours ago, Purdey said: It's just a game and won't lead to a better quality of life, especially as the poor gamblers will lose a lot of money. "It's just a game..........."? Nonsense! :- “Football is not a matter of life and death... it's much more important than that.”― Bill Shankly Just joking - I agree with you about these overpaid prima donnas kicking a ball about for vast sums of money!
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now