Popular Post webfact Posted July 19, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted July 19, 2023 BANGKOK (NNT) - The Caretaker Prime Minister has expressed his concerns about potential political protests this week. The demonstrations, which are expected to draw crowds from both pro and anti-government factions in front of the Parliament Complex, have stirred concerns about possible conflict. According to Minister Attached to the Prime Minister’s Office Thanakorn Wangboonkongchana, Prime Minister Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha requested officials to ensure the smooth management of the gatherings. His primary concern is to prevent any faction from breaching the law and to maintain peace, urging everything to proceed according to proper procedures. Addition, Thanakorn stressed that Gen Prayut wished to avoid escalating national tensions. Emphasizing that Thailand has been working hard to achieve stability over the past 8-9 years, the caretaker prime minister called for a peaceful political climate and progressive movement. Concerning the selection of the Prime Minister, which could possibly be extended to a third round, the spokesperson said the premier did not express specific concerns and believes the political processes will unfold as per the parliamentary mechanism. In case the leading party fails, the second or third-ranking parties will form the government. Moreover, Gen Prayut voiced concern over intimidation among some citizens. He said he was apprehensive that such situations could lead to further divisions within the nation and has ordered relevant agencies to monitor and manage the issue closely. Notably, he mentioned the case of a senator who was targeted online, highlighting how these issues often spread further on social media platforms and potentially lead to more disputes and conflicts. The prime minister has tasked the cabinet and related agencies with addressing these concerns promptly. by Paul Rujopakarn Source: https://thainews.prd.go.th/en/news/detail/TCATG230719115309772 -- © Copyright NNT 2023-07-19 - 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. 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Dirk Z Posted July 19, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted July 19, 2023 Why would anyone worry about protests when we can all see the wisdom and deep concern with the country's well-being as well as respect for the voters (who can be hardly respected because of their ignorant choices) that comes with this decision to suspend? 8 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post 2baht Posted July 19, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted July 19, 2023 40 minutes ago, webfact said: The Caretaker Prime Minister has expressed his concerns about potential political protests this week. Tell the dinosaurs who are causing the problem! Teach them what Buddha said about greed! 6 1 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post spidermike007 Posted July 19, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted July 19, 2023 You try to steal an election, and the last thing in the world you can expect is a peaceful transfer of power. Didn't you recently say you would "honor" the results of the election and the will of the people? Sir, have you no honor? We think not. If only you would heed the words of others. Leadership to me means duty, honor, country. It means character, and it means listening from time to time. 3 2 3 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post kingstonkid Posted July 19, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted July 19, 2023 POTENTIAL lol I think they can take that word out of the sentence. We now that there will be protests all over the country. The only question is who will be involved. If the vote goes to a 3rd vote then that means that they have refused the PT member. Does this government really want the MFP and Red Shirt factions joining forces in the streets? 2 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post kingstonkid Posted July 19, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted July 19, 2023 1 minute ago, spidermike007 said: You try to steal an election, and the last thing in the world you can expect is a peaceful transfer of power. Didn't you recently say you would "honor" the results of the election and the will of the people? Sir, have you no honor? We think not. If only you would heed the words of others. Leadership to me means duty, honor, country. It means character, and it means listening from time to time. I actually think Prayut although he disagrees has only a minor concern. It is the people with the money in the senate that have the issue with losing power. All those generals that will not have drafted recruits to wash their cars and tend their houses. 1 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post spidermike007 Posted July 19, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted July 19, 2023 Take a look at this list. Few look like decent, responsible citizens. It is like a casting call for the darkest, most evil among the population. I guess that is what the army had in mind. Scandalous, toxic, corrupt, evil army appointed senators. The people need to figure out a way to make their lives a living hell. https://www.senate.go.th/view/1/Members/EN-US 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Denim Posted July 19, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted July 19, 2023 56 minutes ago, webfact said: Moreover, Gen Prayut voiced concern over intimidation among some citizens. Whereas , tanks and soldiers on the streets and rounding up dissenters for re education is not intimidating in the least. 6 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post 2baht Posted July 19, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted July 19, 2023 13 minutes ago, spidermike007 said: Leadership to me means duty, honor, country. It means character, and it means listening from time to time. Which planet is that? ???? 1 1 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post klauskunkel Posted July 19, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted July 19, 2023 "His primary concern is to prevent any faction from breaching the his law" However, bending it into a pretzel shape is OK, as long as the bender is affiliated with the government. 3 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Caldera Posted July 19, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted July 19, 2023 1 hour ago, webfact said: Moreover, Gen Prayut voiced concern over intimidation among some citizens. He said he was apprehensive that such situations could lead to further divisions within the nation and has ordered relevant agencies to monitor and manage the issue closely. Funny, considering that he pretty much single-handedly created this mess. If Thailand blows up, he really doesn't have anyone else to blame. 2 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BenStark Posted July 19, 2023 Share Posted July 19, 2023 1 hour ago, webfact said: Addition, Thanakorn stressed that Gen Prayut wished to avoid escalating national tensions. Emphasizing that Thailand has been working hard to achieve stability over the past 8-9 years, the caretaker prime minister called for a peaceful political climate and progressive movement. Prayut is dreaming if he thinks this will evolve peacefully, but I'm sure he knows that already, and the tanks have been ordered on standby already 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post sammieuk1 Posted July 19, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted July 19, 2023 This is not everyday fill your pockets with cash corruption this is open full in your face theft of democracy and will end very badly just about now! there will be a heavy price to pay and its all Prayut's fault ???? 2 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bamnutsak Posted July 19, 2023 Share Posted July 19, 2023 1 hour ago, webfact said: Moreover, Gen Prayut voiced concern over intimidation among some citizens. He said he was apprehensive that such situations could lead to further divisions within the nation and has ordered relevant agencies to monitor and manage the issue closely. On the plus side he didn't say that "There will not be a coup". Yet. He's itching to get the band back together. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post billd766 Posted July 19, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted July 19, 2023 7 minutes ago, bamnutsak said: On the plus side he didn't say that "There will not be a coup". Yet. He's itching to get the band back together. But he is no longer an active general, and his faction is not the flavour of the month with the army. 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post retayl Posted July 19, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted July 19, 2023 Prayut. “Ah well! We gave democracy a chance but the people got it wrong. Now the military will have to takeover to restore order.” 1 2 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RamblingOn Posted July 19, 2023 Share Posted July 19, 2023 1 hour ago, 2baht said: Which planet is that? ???? The Earth! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ikke1959 Posted July 19, 2023 Share Posted July 19, 2023 2 hours ago, webfact said: Addition, Thanakorn stressed that Gen Prayut wished to avoid escalating national tensions. Emphasizing that Thailand has been working hard to achieve stability over the past 8-9 years, the caretaker prime minister called for a peaceful political climate and progressive movement. In which he failed terribly... We all have seen how protests were being handled with watercanons and chemicals, people in jail for section 112, containers, and rubber bullits. For Prayuth the Covid was a gift. so failed agian and progressive movements as we can see this week and today are fake news, as the country will be throwed back again for years.. Shame, Shame Shame 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bamnutsak Posted July 19, 2023 Share Posted July 19, 2023 1 hour ago, billd766 said: But he is no longer an active general, and his faction is not the flavour of the month with the army. Yes, but he is the (caretaker) Minster of Defense, so the RTA reports directly to him. As (caretaker) PM, the Royal Thai Police also report directly to him. Plus he's got the coup experience. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post dinsdale Posted July 19, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted July 19, 2023 It's all going to plan. He'll have his uniform back on and declare martial law and welcome to coup number 14. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post marin Posted July 19, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted July 19, 2023 Cant even speak about the real reason all of this is coming down. 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sydebolle Posted July 19, 2023 Share Posted July 19, 2023 Well, if the government and its politicians did, what they were told by the voters, then there is absolutely NOTHING they need to be worried about. The government is executive, the electorate is legislative, i.e. the government and its branches like police and the armed forces are executive help to the government and the government is executing, what voters voted for at the polls. Or am I misunderstanding something here again - as so often in the past in Thailäääännnn? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pink Mist Posted July 19, 2023 Share Posted July 19, 2023 Dangerous speculatory comments discussing the Monarchy have been removed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hunz Kittisak Posted July 19, 2023 Share Posted July 19, 2023 No better excuse for another coup. let’s go! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shunter Posted July 19, 2023 Share Posted July 19, 2023 It would be a wise man or woman who maybe or is involved in these machinations to remember, ''As ye sow, so shall you reap.'' All actions have consequences. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ignore it Posted July 19, 2023 Share Posted July 19, 2023 "The Caretaker Prime Minister has expressed his concerns about potential political protests this week" As you do when you steal an election to maintain a corrupt dictatorship with the illusion of democracy. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billd766 Posted July 19, 2023 Share Posted July 19, 2023 3 hours ago, bamnutsak said: Yes, but he is the (caretaker) Minster of Defense, so the RTA reports directly to him. As (caretaker) PM, the Royal Thai Police also report directly to him. Plus he's got the coup experience. Yingluck was also the minister of defence Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zzaa09 Posted July 19, 2023 Share Posted July 19, 2023 8 minutes ago, billd766 said: Yingluck was also the minister of defence Minister of defending what? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billd766 Posted July 19, 2023 Share Posted July 19, 2023 9 minutes ago, zzaa09 said: Minister of defending what? The same question could be asked of Prayuth. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djayz Posted July 19, 2023 Share Posted July 19, 2023 6 hours ago, webfact said: Emphasizing that Thailand has been working hard to achieve stability over the past 8-9 years, the caretaker prime minister called for a peaceful political climate and progressive movement One could argue that those in power during that period are directly responsible for the current debacle. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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