Thaksin Announces New Anti-Drug Task Force Led by PM Paetongtarn

[Hunz Kittisak]

On 12/15/2024 at 3:24 AM, Selatan said:

China under Mao ended drug addiction. And no, Mao did not execute the millions of opium and heroin addicts. He did however execute some drug lords.

Mao murdered 50-100 million (depending on which source) of his own people. I’m sure there’s some drug addicts in those 

[hotandsticky]

1 hour ago, Hunz Kittisak said:

 

You obviously do not know the scourge of drugs 

 

 

Obviously I do.

 

I also am aware of the need to operate within the laws of a country when dealing with offenders.

[Selatan]

On 12/16/2024 at 10:09 AM, Hunz Kittisak said:

Mao murdered 50-100 million (depending on which source) of his own people. I’m sure there’s some drug addicts in those 

What is the definition of murder? The unlawful act of killing with premeditation. The often repeated accusation decades later by some authors that Mao killed millions of people during the Great Leap Forward but if it was a famine, why would that be considered intentional killing?

 

Anyway, the CIA had confirmed that the famine did not happen when it released its archive on the issue in 2004, too late to debunk those authors that made the accusations.

 

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[George FmplesdaCosteedback]

How many innocent lives will it cost this time?

[scorecard]

On 12/14/2024 at 8:39 AM, webfact said:

Picture courtesy: Sanook

 

In a significant move to combat Thailand's continuing drug challenges, a new task force is being established under the leadership of Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra.

 

This was announced by former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra during a Pheu Thai Party meeting, which took place on a journey to Hua Hin in Prachuap Khiri Khan. The seminar aimed to bolster the party's strategies and enhance leadership effectiveness.

 

Thaksin, whose previous tenure was marked by assertive drug policies, shared that his daughter, Ms Paetongtarn, would spearhead the task force, underscoring the Shinawatra family's enduring political presence.

 

Speaking at the seminar, he addressed essential issues, noting that some of his past initiatives, such as affordable housing, remain crucial.

 

This task force comes in response to escalating concerns over drug-related issues, which Thaksin remarked are more severe now than during his premiership. Reflecting on past measures, he recalled his administration's vigorous anti-drug campaigns, suggesting a warning to current drug dealers about renewed governmental pressures.

 

The collaborative effort will include Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, who will work alongside police and provincial entities to intensify drug suppression. Thaksin implied that failure to meet objectives could lead to the reassignment of officials, highlighting the gravity of their mission.

 

During the early 2000s, Thaksin's government took a hard-line approach from February 1, 2003, with extensive drug crackdowns resulting in over 43,000 arrests.

 

This period also drew criticism for human rights concerns; notably, around 2,500 people were reportedly killed across these campaigns, with many deaths suspected to involve government forces.

 

Provinces like Chiang Mai and Khon Kaen saw substantial success in limiting drug activities, driven by coordinated efforts between government and local levels.

 

Despite widespread criticism from human rights advocates over the high number of deaths attributed to state actions, Thaksin stands firm on the necessity of robust enforcement to achieve public safety and order.

 

As this renewed anti-drug initiative under the Pheu Thai leadership gains momentum, it remains to be seen how the policies will be executed and whether they will balance efficacy with respect for human rights, given the dynamic socio-political environment in Thailand, reported Bangkok Post. 

 

-- 2024-12-14

 

 

 

Just 2 very meaningful words : 'Thaksin announces...' 

[traveller101]

Hmmm - did I get this right?

His war on drugs way back in 2003 with the aim to eradicate the trade resulted in - in his words - to more drug-related problems now.

His solution: repeat the 2003 excercise and hope for better results. Brilliant! Einstein's definition of Insanity comes to mind.