August 2, 2025Aug 2 Picture courtesy of Amarin. Political activist Jatuporn Prompan has launched a scathing attack on the government’s handling of recent border tensions with Cambodia, accusing its representative of naivety and blaming a ceasefire agreement for Thailand’s alleged loss of territory at Ta Kwai Temple, despite no military defeat. Speaking during a rally at Victory Monument on 2 August, held to show solidarity with Thai troops and concern over the ongoing border crisis, Jatuporn criticised Acting Prime Minister and Interior Minister Phumtham Wechayachai for unilaterally negotiating a ceasefire in Malaysia without coordinating with the armed forces. He argued that while some battlegrounds were recovered, the lack of conditional terms in the ceasefire deal led directly to the loss of the historic site at Ta Kwai. “In the reign of King Rama X, we vowed never to surrender even an inch of land. This careless negotiation violated that principle,” Jatuporn said during his concluding speech at 21:00. Jatuporn further criticised the government’s response to public concern and accused suspended Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra of negligence. “If the Prime Minister had fulfilled her duty to protect the nation’s sovereignty, there would be no need for public protests,” he stated. He dismissed Paetongtarn’s suggestion to prioritise foreign over domestic issues, referencing her alleged involvement in a leaked audio call with Cambodian strongman Hun Sen. “This government has failed from the beginning, and Thai people are now uniting to support our soldiers and defend our territory,” he said. When asked about rumours that Thai troops withdrew from Ta Kwai and Chong Arn Ma due to political pressure, Jatuporn said, “Say what you like, but the facts are clear. The negotiation in Malaysia was a grave mistake. A third country should never have been involved from the start and negotiators must be aware of conditions on the battlefield.” He pointed out that the ceasefire was supposed to begin at 18:00, but when Cambodia failed to comply, it was extended to midnight. “Our side should have rejected those terms. Since Cambodia broke the agreement, all three points of the deal must now be voided,” he insisted. Jatuporn also took aim at Paetongtarn’s remark that the border issue stemmed not from political family rivalries but from a crackdown on scam call centres. “There wasn’t a single mention of call centres in the leaked audio. This is just another fairy tale. The people know the truth,” he said. Asked whether the protest movement might escalate to a sit-in near Government House, Jatuporn said no decision had been made but left the door open if tensions rise further. “There’s no need to move yet. Let them work comfortably in their offices, unless they provoke us too far.” He concluded his remarks by commenting on former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra’s upcoming court date regarding his hospital stay while under detention. The Supreme Court’s Criminal Division for Holders of Political Positions has summoned Thaksin to appear on 9 September. “I hope to see him there,” Jatuporn said. “I wish him good luck.” Related article: https://aseannow.com/topic/1368551-unity-front-rallies-to-defend-thai-sovereignty-peacefully/ Adapted by Asean Now from Amarin 2025-08-03
August 2, 2025Aug 2 10 minutes ago, Bannoi said: A ceasefire is good but it should neever have started in the first place Unless the entire thing was a cunning plan to get tariffs reduced...
August 3, 2025Aug 3 I think Thai nationalist groups are paranoid about Cambodia, in a way similar to how Israel strikes countries it suspects of secretly developing weapons. Will Hun Sen’s government be overthrown?
August 3, 2025Aug 3 Popular Post 51 minutes ago, Jone500 said: I think Thai nationalist groups are paranoid about Cambodia, in a way similar to how Israel strikes countries it suspects of secretly developing weapons. Will Hun Sen’s government be overthrown? We can all hope so, it would benefit the Cambodian people the most to get rid of the cockroach.
August 3, 2025Aug 3 Who is paying this man ?? Would be interesting to know.. Check it up, Bangkok Post!!
August 3, 2025Aug 3 Popular Post Funny how the ones screaming so much about defending sacred Thai soil are never the ones on the front lines.
August 3, 2025Aug 3 Popular Post 17 hours ago, Jim Blue said: Brilliant orator but....... ...... a despicable fascist!!!
August 3, 2025Aug 3 Popular Post 20 hours ago, Georgealbert said: “In the reign of King Rama X, we vowed never to surrender even an inch of land The brainwashings embedded at birth
August 4, 2025Aug 4 Showing solidarity with thai troops but wants them to keep dying. Can tell he has no children in the armed forces serving on the frontline
August 4, 2025Aug 4 Popular Post On 8/3/2025 at 5:41 AM, Georgealbert said: A third country should never have been involved from the start and negotiators must be aware of conditions on the battlefield.” Jutuporn showing his ignorance
August 4, 2025Aug 4 After fading into obscurity, he's desperate to get back into the limelight once more. He can't help himself. The photo is one of the few I've seen where he doesn't have an arrogant sneer on his face.
August 4, 2025Aug 4 Popular Post On 8/3/2025 at 5:41 AM, Georgealbert said: Thailand’s alleged loss of territory at Ta Kwai Temple, They didn't lose it. They never owned it 👍
August 4, 2025Aug 4 I look forward to seeing him in uniform (Private 2nd class) lying in a ditch as monsoon & Cambodian shells rain down upon him. Should make a good photo for AN.
August 4, 2025Aug 4 21 hours ago, Watawattana said: Who? A war monger. Thinks Thai land should fight Burma,too.
August 4, 2025Aug 4 Popular Post On 8/3/2025 at 5:41 AM, Georgealbert said: “In the reign of King Rama X, we vowed never to surrender even an inch of land. As exemplified by two decades of Thai military resistance to any peace agreement with the Malay Muslim insurgency resulting in deaths of thousands and the military overthrow of the Yingluck regime attempting with Malaysia to provide semi-autonomy to Malay Muslims. A peace approach much in the same manner that the Philippine government achieved peace with its decades indigent Muslim insurrection with assistance of the Malaysian government. Ceasefires and peace negotiations are conducted through political actions and not military actions.
August 4, 2025Aug 4 The Jar-Jar Binks of Thai politics. Mee Sah? Is that too sharp? How about Curly Joe from the Three Stooges? If Thailand had it's own version of Saturday Night Live he would be the political commentator.
August 4, 2025Aug 4 On 8/3/2025 at 6:32 AM, lamyai3 said: Unless the entire thing was a cunning plan to get tariffs reduced... This had little to do with tariffs and everything to do with the frailty of the PTP and Thaksin's hold on power. Consider that before this border joke started Take a look at wheen this issue has flared 2008 Thaksin in power withPPP 2011 Absihit and Taksin in power 2025 Thaksin in power In every case, these were actions jinnied up to disrupt the Thai government by the Elite and military. The fact that Thaksin and his butt buddy Hunsen were involved can not be overlooked either. There is no real value to these temples other than national pride in whoever is the winner. Are any of these temples tourist attractions? Have Thais been excluded from viewing and going there?
August 4, 2025Aug 4 Who is Jatuporn Prompan!? A failed soap actor, Red Shirt propagandist, and former protégé of Thaksin Sinawatra, who stopped his monthly paycheck. A good-for-nothing who now seeks publicity with his ignorance and, when it suits him, becomes a warhorse. An embarrassing cretin!
August 4, 2025Aug 4 Why does the press continue to report on the nonsense that perpetually spews out of this guy's overactive mouth?
August 4, 2025Aug 4 Regime change in cambodia and burma is a good idea though. How long can a nation be blind to the plight of it's direct neighbours?
August 4, 2025Aug 4 Jatuporn really has changed his stripes, hasn't he? From being a leftist 20 years ago, fighting for peasants' rights and a more equitable country, to a right-wing nationalist appearing almost fascist. And why? Because he had a falling out with Thaksin, or because the penny finally dropped that Thaksin is like every other politician (in it for himself first and foremost)? Or did Thaksin do something else to him that he isn't revealing? There must be more to this than his sudden embrace of the country's military-nationalist establishment..
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