Picture courtesy of Khaosod

 

THAILAND - Controversial Thai MP, Big Pom, takes to theatrics, sparking outrage by pretending to throw punches at a reporter in a 'strength test' stunt while dodging tough political queries.

 

General Prawit Wongsuwan, the 78-year-old leader of the Palang Pracharath Party (PPRP), returned to face the press on May 27, following a fall at a temple. Rather than sticking to pressing political matters, Big Pom diverted attention with playground antics, donning a party-branded tracksuit and delivering a peculiar display to the media.

 

When quizzed on his health, Big Pom assured a female journalist he was feeling fine, punctuating his response with playful jabs. However, his jest quickly evaporated as the tone shifted to serious questions about political unity and the upcoming 2026 budget debate.

 

 

The mood soured when Big Pom was pressed on whether PPRP MPs were advised to avoid defection, or "going cobra." The ex-army chief retorted sharply, dismissing the probing with, "Whoa, what are you barking about?"

 

When probed further about potential internal 'cobra wave' defections and existing tensions between the Red and Blue camps, Big Pom evaded directly answering, offering only a dismissive head shake from his car. Despite confirming his attendance at the House of Representatives meeting, he skirted questions regarding participation in budget debates.

 

Rejecting to reveal whether the Palang Pracharath Party would aggressively approach the session, Big Pom departed with a cryptic remark, "Whether it would be heated or not, listen for yourself."

 

This incident highlights Big Pom's ongoing contentious relationship with the press, marking his second media clash within a year. Previously, in August, his temper flared over questions about the appointment of Thailand's new PM.

 

Amid this peculiar episode, the question remains whether such antics will overshadow pressing political issues in the run-up to the 2026 budget debate.

 

 

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from The Thaiger 2025-05-28

 

 

Eutanasia is the answer 

Big Pom looks gone.
He should be in an old people’s home and not politics.
The guy doesn’t know what time of day, it is? 
And I thought British Politics was in a mess? 🥴

A toad in a tracksuit... seen it all now

It is not the first time....Get rid of this man as soon as possible.. He is outdated

The world would be a better place if all politicians were subject to an age limit of 70 anywhere in the world.

 

^^

7 might be better, Bannoi

1 hour ago, Charlest1971 said:

Big Pom looks gone.
He should be in an old people’s home and not politics.
The guy doesn’t know what time of day, it is?
And I thought British Politics was in a mess? 🥴

With this dress, it is easier to change the diapers.

Don't miss stepping back, old man

5 hours ago, JoePai said:

Eutanasia is the answer 

 

Or retirement at the very least. 

6 hours ago, JoePai said:

Eutanasia is the answer 

By firing squad?

He gets tired walking to the toilet.  Perhaps physical health doesn't reflect mental health.