Chalerm Pledges To Eradicate Drugs Within One Year: War On Drugs

[Scott]

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[gemini81]

Washington said, "I can't tell a lie" Nixon said, "I can't tell the truth" and Chalerm says "I can't tell the difference."

He has reached the pathological level. Why he might even think that his sons aren't rogues and spoiled brats these days.

Don't know why he makes all these claims with further discredit a man with a notoriously bad past.

[scorecard]

Washington said, "I can't tell a lie" Nixon said, "I can't tell the truth" and Chalerm says "I can't tell the difference."

He has reached the pathological level. Why he might even think that his sons aren't rogues and spoiled brats these days.

Don't know why he makes all these claims with further discredit a man with a notoriously bad past.

And recently did a rant about corruption and nepotism, then a couple of days back his son (mr toilet) got appointed as an advisor to the transport minister.

Can any members offer any details of the knowledge and/or experience which would qualify this brat to be such an advisor.

Chalerm continues to make a joke of himself and pt.

[Kwasaki]

So you think that the government should do NOTHING and just let drug criminals run free killing your children?. . . . . .

There is one drug which causes children to die - more than all the other drugs combined. And that's (you guessed it) alcoholic drinks.

Thai authorities need to take a crash course (pun intended) in comparing drugs. Currently, hemp is illegal and it never harmed anyone. Ganga is illegal, but when have you ever heard of a ganga crazed person causing a multi-death traffic accident, or beating his wife? Some illegal drugs can cause harm (to its users and others), yet all the harm from illegal drugs don't come close the cumulative harm caused by alcohol. Interesting that the same politicians who are directing policies are also some of the same who accept cases of Johnny Walker Whiskey to sweeten bribes or for special occasions - wedding, funerals, promotions, holidays, etc.

A recent study in the US showed that pharmaceutical drugs cause more deaths than all illegal drugs combined. Put that in your pipe and smoke it.

Alcohol is the only drug that will leave permanent body damage. All the other one will not. The problem comes in with the poisons they use to cut the drugs down.

The vary fact they are letting Alcohol use be abused points to the fact that they are just trying to look like they are doing some thing.

Just a thought I was wondering how many of the dealers arrested are operating in police controlled areas?

Nonsense !! You miss the point some soft drugs may be good for some people but they lead some people to hard drugs, nothing wrong with alcohol in moderation it is good for you.

The after effects are different unless you are Asian.

[animatic]

Washington said, "I can't tell a lie" Nixon said, "I can't tell the truth" and Chalerm says "I can't tell the difference."

He has reached the pathological level. Why he might even think that his sons aren't rogues and spoiled brats these days.

Don't know why he makes all these claims with further discredit a man with a notoriously bad past.

And recently did a rant about corruption and nepotism, then a couple of days back his son (mr toilet) got appointed as an advisor to the transport minister.

Can any members offer any details of the knowledge and/or experience which would qualify this brat to be such an advisor.

Chalerm continues to make a joke of himself and pt.

Well train and bus stations have toilets. So do some busses.

So at least he has that covered,

[osiboy]

^{never in 1000000 years !,..... he may die trying though maybe , ..........supply and demand , and the demand is huge here , if they cant stop it on the beach rd in pattaya, in the shadow of the police station,.......what chance anywhere else ???}

[DP25]

Hilarious to see some up to their old tricks of trying to convince people Thailand was a narco state that was miraculously rescued by the heroic mr Thaksin in order to justify the wholesale slaughter of thousands of people without trial. They'd have you think that before Thaksin was in power, you couldn't even walk down to 7-11 without being kidnapped and beheaded by the narco gangs. When you lie, LIE BIG and try to keep a straight face

Edited January 29, 2012 by DP25

[TAWP]

Nonsense !! You miss the point some soft drugs may be good for some people but they lead some people to hard drugs, nothing wrong with alcohol in moderation it is good for you.

The after effects are different unless you are Asian.

The gateway-drug-theory has already been disproved and subsequently discarded by everyone besides the pundits.

[geriatrickid]

As with most countries in the world, the real top brass of the drug lords are all known to the authorities. If they wanted to, they could stamp a lot of this out. It would not be profitable to do it though, so they won't.

As the last conflict demonstrated, the roots and branches of this activity reach far and deep into Thai society. One of the problems that arose last time was that the corruption had reached into the judiciary, the police, the military and even into the provincial governments. The general population was despondent and willing to try anything to be rid of the drug trafficers. Corruption goes hand in hand with the drug trade. Yes, in an ideal world, one would do as you say, but if one of the implicated parties holds the big guns and controls the political balance, how can one respond?

I counter your ideal soultion with a pipe dream of my own, a national commission on corruption with well paid magistrates, prosecutors and investigators headed up by 3 or 5 of Thailand's respected national leaders, people with a reputation for integrity and honesty. Give them a mandate to go after anyone and everyone that was corrupt. Haul a few generals, politicians and big shots before the inquiry which would be broadcast live and in prime time and watch the implicated parties squirm under the spotlight. Treat the issue as one of national security and not general crime, which would allow different rules to apply on detention and bail. Expedite the hearings with no tolerance for delays. Maybe the evidence would be insufficient, to secure convictions in a court as evidence and witnesses disappeared, but it would be enough to let these people know, they were being watched. In Thailand, there is a predisposition to spilling the beans if the conditions are right. Offer a way out for some, an amnesty after a stint at a wat making merit and some will talk.

Edited January 29, 2012 by geriatrickid

[ratcatcher]

As with most countries in the world, the real top brass of the drug lords are all known to the authorities. If they wanted to, they could stamp a lot of this out. It would not be profitable to do it though, so they won't.

As the last conflict demonstrated, the roots and branches of this activity reach far and deep into Thai society. One of the problems that arose last time was that the corruption had reached into the judiciary, the police, the military and even into the provincial governments. The general population was despondent and willing to try anything to be rid of the drug trafficers. Corruption goes hand in hand with the drug trade. Yes, in an ideal world, one would do as you say, but if one of the implicated parties holds the big guns and controls the political balance, how can one respond?

I counter your ideal soultion with a pipe dream of my own, a national commission on corruption with well paid magistrates, prosecutors and investigators headed up by 3 or 5 of Thailand's respected national leaders, people with a reputation for integrity and honesty. Give them a mandate to go after anyone and everyone that was corrupt. Haul a few generals, politicians and big shots before the inquiry which would be broadcast live and in prime time and watch the implicated parties squirm under the spotlight. Treat the issue as one of national security and not general crime, which would allow different rules to apply on detention and bail. Expedite the hearings with no tolerance for delays. Maybe the evidence would be insufficient, to secure convictions in a court as evidence and witnesses disappeared, but it would be enough to let these people know, they were being watched. In Thailand, there is a predisposition to spilling the beans if the conditions are right. Offer a way out for some, an amnesty after a stint at a wat making merit and some will talk.

Seems like a good idea GK but......does Thailand actually have such respected national leaders?

In your 'pipe-dream do you visualize any personalities, can names be named?. Surely not political leaders?

Where could they start, who with? Perhaps some members can offer ideas.

[waza]

The illegal drug trade could be eradicated in a years if the right approach was taken. Just legalise them, soft drugs could be sold and consumed in licenced and regulated cafes just like in Amsterdam. Harder drugs could be obtained by prescription by doctors and bought at the pharmacies or needle exchanges manned with health care workers.. While at the Doctors they could have health check ups and education, recreational users could be told of harm minimisation techniques and availablity of drug rehab programs for addicts. The funds required for this policy would be generated from the profits of drug selling. The advantages would be cheap, high quality drugs for recreational and regular users, no profits for illegal drug producers and dealers and no need for a war on drugs. No one gets killed or jailed, its a win win scenario for all but the drug cartels

[scorecard]

As with most countries in the world, the real top brass of the drug lords are all known to the authorities. If they wanted to, they could stamp a lot of this out. It would not be profitable to do it though, so they won't.

As the last conflict demonstrated, the roots and branches of this activity reach far and deep into Thai society. One of the problems that arose last time was that the corruption had reached into the judiciary, the police, the military and even into the provincial governments. The general population was despondent and willing to try anything to be rid of the drug trafficers. Corruption goes hand in hand with the drug trade. Yes, in an ideal world, one would do as you say, but if one of the implicated parties holds the big guns and controls the political balance, how can one respond?

I counter your ideal soultion with a pipe dream of my own, a national commission on corruption with well paid magistrates, prosecutors and investigators headed up by 3 or 5 of Thailand's respected national leaders, people with a reputation for integrity and honesty. Give them a mandate to go after anyone and everyone that was corrupt. Haul a few generals, politicians and big shots before the inquiry which would be broadcast live and in prime time and watch the implicated parties squirm under the spotlight. Treat the issue as one of national security and not general crime, which would allow different rules to apply on detention and bail. Expedite the hearings with no tolerance for delays. Maybe the evidence would be insufficient, to secure convictions in a court as evidence and witnesses disappeared, but it would be enough to let these people know, they were being watched. In Thailand, there is a predisposition to spilling the beans if the conditions are right. Offer a way out for some, an amnesty after a stint at a wat making merit and some will talk.

And given the scaly mob that you so openly support, just who is going to come forward right now and set up such a commission and give it the support it would need to be able to function unharrassed?

In reality it could not function right now, every time the 'commission' got close to bringing in a general or scaly connected politician someone from above would step in and instruct the 'commission' to back off.

The day will come when we have enough educated middle class folks who find the voice in numbers and in credability through structured credible dialgue to build a power base. But it won't be tomorow, for several reasons, just one of them being that they current incapable leeeches and thieves will fight ruthlessly to retain the current status quo, with support from people like you g'kid.

[Siam Simon]

As with most countries in the world, the real top brass of the drug lords are all known to the authorities. If they wanted to, they could stamp a lot of this out. It would not be profitable to do it though, so they won't.

As the last conflict demonstrated, the roots and branches of this activity reach far and deep into Thai society. One of the problems that arose last time was that the corruption had reached into the judiciary, the police, the military and even into the provincial governments. The general population was despondent and willing to try anything to be rid of the drug trafficers. Corruption goes hand in hand with the drug trade. Yes, in an ideal world, one would do as you say, but if one of the implicated parties holds the big guns and controls the political balance, how can one respond?

I counter your ideal soultion with a pipe dream of my own, a national commission on corruption with well paid magistrates, prosecutors and investigators headed up by 3 or 5 of Thailand's respected national leaders, people with a reputation for integrity and honesty. Give them a mandate to go after anyone and everyone that was corrupt. Haul a few generals, politicians and big shots before the inquiry which would be broadcast live and in prime time and watch the implicated parties squirm under the spotlight. Treat the issue as one of national security and not general crime, which would allow different rules to apply on detention and bail. Expedite the hearings with no tolerance for delays. Maybe the evidence would be insufficient, to secure convictions in a court as evidence and witnesses disappeared, but it would be enough to let these people know, they were being watched. In Thailand, there is a predisposition to spilling the beans if the conditions are right. Offer a way out for some, an amnesty after a stint at a wat making merit and some will talk.

And given the scaly mob that you so openly support, just who is going to come forward right now and set up such a commission and give it the support it would need to be able to function unharrassed?

In reality it could not function right now, every time the 'commission' got close to bringing in a general or scaly connected politician someone from above would step in and instruct the 'commission' to back off.

The day will come when we have enough educated middle class folks who find the voice in numbers and in credability through structured credible dialgue to build a power base. But it won't be tomorow, for several reasons, just one of them being that they current incapable leeeches and thieves will fight ruthlessly to retain the current status quo, with support from people like you g'kid.

Except that the educated middle class "folks" that we're currently lumbered with buy into one particular version of the bs, with it's own set of leeches and thieves. So that route doesn't move things on one iota.

[scorecard]

As with most countries in the world, the real top brass of the drug lords are all known to the authorities. If they wanted to, they could stamp a lot of this out. It would not be profitable to do it though, so they won't.

As the last conflict demonstrated, the roots and branches of this activity reach far and deep into Thai society. One of the problems that arose last time was that the corruption had reached into the judiciary, the police, the military and even into the provincial governments. The general population was despondent and willing to try anything to be rid of the drug trafficers. Corruption goes hand in hand with the drug trade. Yes, in an ideal world, one would do as you say, but if one of the implicated parties holds the big guns and controls the political balance, how can one respond?

I counter your ideal soultion with a pipe dream of my own, a national commission on corruption with well paid magistrates, prosecutors and investigators headed up by 3 or 5 of Thailand's respected national leaders, people with a reputation for integrity and honesty. Give them a mandate to go after anyone and everyone that was corrupt. Haul a few generals, politicians and big shots before the inquiry which would be broadcast live and in prime time and watch the implicated parties squirm under the spotlight. Treat the issue as one of national security and not general crime, which would allow different rules to apply on detention and bail. Expedite the hearings with no tolerance for delays. Maybe the evidence would be insufficient, to secure convictions in a court as evidence and witnesses disappeared, but it would be enough to let these people know, they were being watched. In Thailand, there is a predisposition to spilling the beans if the conditions are right. Offer a way out for some, an amnesty after a stint at a wat making merit and some will talk.

And given the scaly mob that you so openly support, just who is going to come forward right now and set up such a commission and give it the support it would need to be able to function unharrassed?

In reality it could not function right now, every time the 'commission' got close to bringing in a general or scaly connected politician someone from above would step in and instruct the 'commission' to back off.

The day will come when we have enough educated middle class folks who find the voice in numbers and in credability through structured credible dialgue to build a power base. But it won't be tomorow, for several reasons, just one of them being that they current incapable leeeches and thieves will fight ruthlessly to retain the current status quo, with support from people like you g'kid.

Except that the educated middle class "folks" that we're currently lumbered with buy into one particular version of the bs, with it's own set of leeches and thieves. So that route doesn't move things on one iota.

There is some truth in that, as at today.

But the day will come, not tomorrow, when a new bread of educated middle class say 'enough is enough', especially when they see very clearly that most of the surrounding countries are obviously well ahead, including a better quality of life etc etc for a very big percentage of the population, equal and fair application of law, very serious consequences for vote buying, etc.

The day will come. But I say again, it will be tough to effect change, because the current ruthless incapable, immoral leeches and thieves will fight hard to try to stop change and to retain the current status quo.

[scorecard]

As with most countries in the world, the real top brass of the drug lords are all known to the authorities. If they wanted to, they could stamp a lot of this out. It would not be profitable to do it though, so they won't.

As the last conflict demonstrated, the roots and branches of this activity reach far and deep into Thai society. One of the problems that arose last time was that the corruption had reached into the judiciary, the police, the military and even into the provincial governments. The general population was despondent and willing to try anything to be rid of the drug trafficers. Corruption goes hand in hand with the drug trade. Yes, in an ideal world, one would do as you say, but if one of the implicated parties holds the big guns and controls the political balance, how can one respond?

I counter your ideal soultion with a pipe dream of my own, a national commission on corruption with well paid magistrates, prosecutors and investigators headed up by 3 or 5 of Thailand's respected national leaders, people with a reputation for integrity and honesty. Give them a mandate to go after anyone and everyone that was corrupt. Haul a few generals, politicians and big shots before the inquiry which would be broadcast live and in prime time and watch the implicated parties squirm under the spotlight. Treat the issue as one of national security and not general crime, which would allow different rules to apply on detention and bail. Expedite the hearings with no tolerance for delays. Maybe the evidence would be insufficient, to secure convictions in a court as evidence and witnesses disappeared, but it would be enough to let these people know, they were being watched. In Thailand, there is a predisposition to spilling the beans if the conditions are right. Offer a way out for some, an amnesty after a stint at a wat making merit and some will talk.

So who would you propose as the leader(s) of this commission?

By the way, as much as I don't like it, if such a commission did exist, then it probably would be of value to reward 'whistle blowers'. (I say 'don't like it' because whistle blowers in reality get rewarded and at the same time go unpunished for their own corrupt deeds - a catch 22 situation.)

[gemini81]

Washington said, "I can't tell a lie" Nixon said, "I can't tell the truth" and Chalerm says "I can't tell the difference."

He has reached the pathological level. Why he might even think that his sons aren't rogues and spoiled brats these days.

Don't know why he makes all these claims with further discredit a man with a notoriously bad past.

And recently did a rant about corruption and nepotism, then a couple of days back his son (mr toilet) got appointed as an advisor to the transport minister.

Can any members offer any details of the knowledge and/or experience which would qualify this brat to be such an advisor.

Chalerm continues to make a joke of himself and pt.

I noticed too. The only way his son got in was probably due to the same reasons one rogue was in the police, and the other in the army: connections and intimidations.

They used to go around to pubs on Ratchada, and it said in the daily news newspaper,they would say "Do you know whose son I am?"

The 3 of them (including daddy) sure have some audacity.

[nisakiman]

The "War on Drugs" was instigated some 80 years ago, when the problem was fairly local and (almost) controllable at a local level. All that prohibition has achieved in that 80 years is to create a multi-billion global industry that spawns violence and mayhem wherever it's found.

The whole concept of drug prohibition has comprehensively failed. In fact, it has not only failed, it's been an unmitigated disaster.

Prohibition exists in the minds of its supporters as an idealogical utopia that ever more draconian action will eventually deliver. This is completely divorced from reality, but they cling to the concept nevertheless. To the cost of all around them.

Man has been using mind-altering substances since the dawn of time. He's not about to stop now.

The "War on Drugs" is, and always has been, an exercise in futility.

Edited January 30, 2012 by nisakiman

[waza]

In Febuary 2003 then Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra – a former police officer from Chiang Mai, which lies at the heart of the drugs trade – signed Prime Ministerial Order 29/2546. So began what has become known as Thailand’s ‘war on drugs’. It has been a violent affair. Between February and August 2003 over 51,000 arrests of suspected dealers and users were made and government-linked death squads carried out over 2,800 extra-judicial killings in three months, including several children. Though the death count stopped at this figure, the real toll was certainly far higher, as after receiving criticism from Amnesty International and other human rights groups Thaksin simply told them his government would no longer keep a record of fatalities.

http://www.newint.or...crazy-medicine/

Drugs will never be legalised and the war on drugs will never be won because it just too profitable............

Edited January 30, 2012 by waza

[Siam Simon]

In Febuary 2003 then Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra – a former police officer from Chiang Mai, which lies at the heart of the drugs trade – signed Prime Ministerial Order 29/2546. So began what has become known as Thailand’s ‘war on drugs’. It has been a violent affair. Between February and August 2003 over 51,000 arrests of suspected dealers and users were made and government-linked death squads carried out over 2,800 extra-judicial killings in three months, including several children. Though the death count stopped at this figure, the real toll was certainly far higher, as after receiving criticism from Amnesty International and other human rights groups Thaksin simply told them his government would no longer keep a record of fatalities.

http://www.newint.or...crazy-medicine/

Drugs will never be legalised and the war on drugs will never be won because it just too profitable............

The war on drugs is something that Thailand as an entire nation will have to face up to eventually. It won't happen in the near future because it would tear the country's ruling structure apart if it did. And the vast majority of the general population that supported it would have to do some serious soul-searching over it.

Fact is, we can't discuss this topic fully on TVF. It's always disappointing to see certain posters using it in the party political way that they do. Everyone who genuinely understands this issue (and the human rights abuses that went with it) knows that it transcended party political lines.

[maidu]

Exactly. How many will be murdered in cold blood during Chalerm's 'war on drugs'? Thaksin managed to kill innocent bystanders, drug users near drop in centres (users on programmes, not dealers) and off course the odd political opponent. Very useful don't you think? Now the reds and their ilk make more noise about the deaths of 91 folk in Bangkok, than the 1500 or so murdered under the Thaksin disctatorship. Quite frankly the whole thing scares me and those working on drug rehab programmes are equally as frightened. When will Thai politicians learn to do things intelligently?

Thaksin did not kill anyone. Show me one case where Thaksin killed someone. Your statement is false and you know it. People that make false statements with the intent to malign others are liars. There isn't any evidence civil or criminal to support your claim.

Nor was there a Thaksin dictatorship. Thaksin was legally elected and the attempt to prevent drug cartels from taking greater control of the nation received wide support from all political parties and the population at large. The nation was united against the drug cartels.

If you are sympathetic with the narco gangs and drug cartels that were operating a de facto state within a state, then just say so and stop using Thaksin as an excuse for your support of brutal gangs and corruption.

Sometimes I agree with you GK, but this time I don't. Thaksin set quotas for each province (perhaps based on % of population). He told the bosses, essentially, "I don't care how you do it, just get it done." In other words, Thaksin gave the green light for extra-judicial killings. It's documented. That's why there were never any repercussions. Thaksin has never in his professional life ever admitted doing anything wrong. Chalerm is cast from the same block of dried manure. Chalerm's kids are a glowing indication of his type of influence. Mafia thinking/action begets mafia thinking/action.

If a man heads a squad which kills people, can you not then call him a killer? Or are you saying that because T himself didn't pull any triggers, that he's not a killer?

[maidu]

The "War on Drugs" was instigated some 80 years ago, when the problem was fairly local and (almost) controllable at a local level. All that prohibition has achieved in that 80 years is to create a multi-billion global industry that spawns violence and mayhem wherever it's found.

The whole concept of drug prohibition has comprehensively failed. In fact, it has not only failed, it's been an unmitigated disaster.

Prohibition exists in the minds of its supporters as an idealogical utopia that ever more draconian action will eventually deliver. This is completely divorced from reality, but they cling to the concept nevertheless. To the cost of all around them.

Man has been using mind-altering substances since the dawn of time. He's not about to stop now.

The "War on Drugs" is, and always has been, an exercise in futility.

Indeed, the war on drugs has exacerbated the drug problem - instead of lessening it.

Imagine two families. Family A is exceedingly strict and the many kids get beaten bloody by the father and eldest son if there's even a hint of using drugs which are deemed 'bad' (like hemp). Within the same family, the father drinks whiskey every night and often beats his wife and has twice (while drunk) run his car in to vans carrying school children.

Family B is open to discussion. Any topic can be discussed freely, even the effects of different drugs. The father drinks a few beers a week. If any member of the family has a problem with a harmful addiction, counseling is recommended. No family member is ostracised for harboring ideas which differ with dad's.

Family A represents how many countries, including Thailand, strictly deal with drugs. Family B represents more fair-minded countries such as Holland. Holland is not clear of problems, but it doesn't criminalize a significant portion of its population. It doesn't shoot suspicious characters walking down the a sidelwalk, as Thailand has been known to do.

[ianf]

I am not sure about the educated middle classes. My main experience is my ex-wife Ami, holder of and MBA and other degrees, notably Civil Engineering. She is a very corrupt individual, a liar and a very damaged person. If she is an example of the Thai middle classes that may change the future, the God help us all.

[Buchholz]

Chalerm pledges to eradicate drugs within one year

a half year through and it's...

Chalerm to check up on drug problems in northern areas

BANGKOK, 26 June 2012 (NNT) – Deputy Prime Minister Chalerm Yubamrung will be checking up on drug problems in the northern areas.

Deputy Prime Minister Chalerm Yubamrung has stated that the areas infested with illicit drugs will need to be cracked down immediately, and in order to do so he will appoint a person who can aggressively solve the problem to be in charge of the crackdown.

He added that to effectively eliminate drug suppliers, everyone, including related agencies and neighboring countries, must join hands.

He revealed further that China has especially played an important role in the crackdown and, according to Chalerm, he has been contacted by the Minister of Public Security of the People's Republic of China regarding the arrest of Norkham, a major drug dealer; adding that the Minister of Public Security of China will be coming to Thailand to visit and meet with Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra and Mr. Chalerm himself on July 12 to discuss the issue.

-- NNT 2012-06-26

[Moruya]

Chalerm pledges to eradicate drugs within one year

a half year through and it's...

Chalerm to check up on drug problems in northern areas

BANGKOK, 26 June 2012 (NNT) – Deputy Prime Minister Chalerm Yubamrung will be checking up on drug problems in the northern areas.

Deputy Prime Minister Chalerm Yubamrung has stated that the areas infested with illicit drugs will need to be cracked down immediately, and in order to do so he will appoint a person who can aggressively solve the problem to be in charge of the crackdown.

He added that to effectively eliminate drug suppliers, everyone, including related agencies and neighboring countries, must join hands.

He revealed further that China has especially played an important role in the crackdown and, according to Chalerm, he has been contacted by the Minister of Public Security of the People's Republic of China regarding the arrest of Norkham, a major drug dealer; adding that the Minister of Public Security of China will be coming to Thailand to visit and meet with Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra and Mr. Chalerm himself on July 12 to discuss the issue.

-- NNT 2012-06-26

Marvelous.

We had the singing - now we have the joining of hands.

Chalerm certainly has a softer approach to crime than Thaksin

All we need now is a camp fire and some flowers

[Ricardo]

He revealed further that China has especially played an important role in the crackdown and, according to Chalerm, he has been contacted by the Minister of Public Security of the People's Republic of China regarding the arrest of Norkham, a major drug dealer; adding that the Minister of Public Security of China will be coming to Thailand to visit and meet with Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra and Mr. Chalerm himself on July 12 to discuss the issue.

-- NNT 2012-06-26

DPM .. "Quick everybody, try to look busy, the Chinese Minister is coming to check how much progress I've made !"