webfact Posted December 6, 2012 Share Posted December 6, 2012 CORRUPTION Students plan Bangkok rally on Anti-Corruption Day The Nation BANGKOK: -- To encourage the Thai public to "Refuse to be Corrupt," the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Thai Youth Anti-Corruption Network will hold a major rally at the Bangkok Art and Culture Centre (BACC) this Sunday, December 9, to mark the International Anti-Corruption Day. More than 1,500 students from across Thailand will gather in front of the BACC at 3pm. A recent ABAC poll reported that a majority (63.4 per cent) of Thai people hold the view that corruption in government is acceptable as long as they also benefit from it. A majority of young people under 20 now hold the same attitude. "We're taking a pledge to refuse to be corrupt and we are asking the public to take that stand with us on December 9," said Sayuti Salam, the president of the Thai Youth Anti-Corruption Network, and student at Prince of Songkhla University in Hat Yai. "If we are going to fight corruption in Thailand, we have to start with ourselves first." As many as 600 students from the South will participate in the rally, as well as 800 from the Northeast, and another 300 from Bangkok and other parts of Thailand. In partnership with Khon Kaen University's College of Local Administration, UNDP has engaged more than 90 universities and over 2,500 students from across Thailand since June to create the student-led network. UNDP held anti-corruption camps across the country to educate student leaders about the dangers of corruption in Thai society and to promote responsible citizenship and civic knowledge. The December 9 public rally is also a signal that every sector in Thailand is now actively engaged in fighting corruption. The 3pm rally marks the beginning of the newly-formed Thai Youth Anti-Corruption Network's public advocacy. Students have taken a vow to "refuse to be corrupt," a message student leaders have encouraged over the past year at their respective universities and among their peers. Sunday afternoon rally by more than 1,500 university students at Bangkok Art and Culture Centre follows Special Preview of anti-corruption art exhibition at 10am. Twenty three universities from across Thailand will participate in a special anti-corruption themed art exhibition sponsored by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) starting on International Anti-Corruption Day, December 9 at the Bangkok Art and Culture Center (BACC). -- The Nation 2012-12-06 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FarangTalk Posted December 6, 2012 Share Posted December 6, 2012 The December 9 public rally is also a signal that every sector in Thailand is now actively engaged in fighting corruption. It's nothing of the sort. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post asiawatcher Posted December 6, 2012 Popular Post Share Posted December 6, 2012 "... majority (63.4 per cent) of Thai people hold the view that corruption in government is acceptable as long as they also benefit" No point reasoning with stupidity... what possible benefit do they think they can get? Som Num Na. They deserve to have their country run into the ground by these corrupt people. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Moruya Posted December 6, 2012 Popular Post Share Posted December 6, 2012 Swimming against the tide of sewage. The very best of luck to them. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post oldsailor35 Posted December 6, 2012 Popular Post Share Posted December 6, 2012 Well at long last, the younger population are seeing the damage that their greedy seniors are doing. Lets hope that they can do something................maybe form a party on Anti Corruption. There are plenty of young people suffering from corruption 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mancub Posted December 6, 2012 Share Posted December 6, 2012 "Refuse to be corrupt " makes a commendable change from their peers and their "refuse to be seen to be corrupt " policies ! Hope their voice will be heard . 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rak sa_ngop Posted December 6, 2012 Share Posted December 6, 2012 Remember the story of the BTS extension that was delayed for 2 years because the official in charge was afraid of being seen as corrupt, so would not sign the contracts for the signalling equipment. At least with corruption projects get completed quickly (so that the officials can cash in before they get moved on) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
philw Posted December 6, 2012 Share Posted December 6, 2012 Well at long last, the younger population are seeing the damage that their greedy seniors are doing. Lets hope that they can do something................maybe form a party on Anti Corruption. There are plenty of young people suffering from corruption Yeah, it is very much to be hoped that initiatives like this can succeed and grow. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moruya Posted December 6, 2012 Share Posted December 6, 2012 Well at long last, the younger population are seeing the damage that their greedy seniors are doing. Lets hope that they can do something................maybe form a party on Anti Corruption. There are plenty of young people suffering from corruption Yeah, it is very much to be hoped that initiatives like this can succeed and grow. Surely that would go against the grain of your heroes? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
philw Posted December 6, 2012 Share Posted December 6, 2012 Well at long last, the younger population are seeing the damage that their greedy seniors are doing. Lets hope that they can do something................maybe form a party on Anti Corruption. There are plenty of young people suffering from corruption Yeah, it is very much to be hoped that initiatives like this can succeed and grow. Surely that would go against the grain of your heroes? Who are my heroes ??? You certainly have no idea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desi Babe Posted December 6, 2012 Share Posted December 6, 2012 This is going to be bad t imes once again Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tywais Posted December 6, 2012 Share Posted December 6, 2012 Anti-Corruption Day? Now they just have to fix the other 364 days. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fstarbkk Posted December 6, 2012 Share Posted December 6, 2012 "... majority (63.4 per cent) of Thai people hold the view that corruption in government is acceptable as long as they also benefit" No point reasoning with stupidity... what possible benefit do they think they can get? Som Num Na. They deserve to have their country run into the ground by these corrupt people. Makes one think that sometimes people really get the government they deserve. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jawnie Posted December 6, 2012 Share Posted December 6, 2012 Well at long last, the younger population are seeing the damage that their greedy seniors are doing. Lets hope that they can do something................maybe form a party on Anti Corruption. There are plenty of young people suffering from corruption Yeah, it is very much to be hoped that initiatives like this can succeed and grow. Agree completely. Moreover, these students should be demanding that anti-corruption efforts include under-cover sting operations. In Thailand, it would be like shooting fish in a barrel. Sting operations are ideal for Thailand and no one would see it coming - they really work. I'm sure there's plenty of people who would cooperate, it doesn't take an army, only a few truly committed individuals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thai at Heart Posted December 6, 2012 Share Posted December 6, 2012 (edited) I was hoping they might get 150,000 Maybe they should pay to get some attendees. Edited December 6, 2012 by Thai at Heart 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timewilltell Posted December 6, 2012 Share Posted December 6, 2012 15 million would be better! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Arkady Posted December 6, 2012 Popular Post Share Posted December 6, 2012 "... majority (63.4 per cent) of Thai people hold the view that corruption in government is acceptable as long as they also benefit" No point reasoning with stupidity... what possible benefit do they think they can get? Som Num Na. They deserve to have their country run into the ground by these corrupt people. Less than 5% genuinely benefit from corruption. The rest get fleeced but they are brain washed to believe corruption and greed are good. It starts with selling their votes to corrupt politicians who laugh at the simpletons they can manipulate so easily. In office they do all in their power to ensure that state education is never improved to the level that ordinary people start to think rationally for themselves and question all the hocus pocus they are programmed to believe from the cradle. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaxLee Posted December 6, 2012 Share Posted December 6, 2012 (edited) 1,500 Students plus ONLY???? Well good luck, and don't get shot.... Edited December 6, 2012 by MaxLee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nottocus Posted December 6, 2012 Share Posted December 6, 2012 Swimming against the tide of sewage. The very best of luck to them. Bloody idealists. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoctorG Posted December 6, 2012 Share Posted December 6, 2012 Baby steps, but any steps to fight the corruption is commendable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcutman Posted December 6, 2012 Share Posted December 6, 2012 The December 9 public rally is also a signal that every sector in Thailand is now actively engaged in fighting corruption. I am confused, maybe its a translation error. Are we talking about the Thailand here on Earth? Or is the other Thailand, in a parallel universe far far away? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thai at Heart Posted December 6, 2012 Share Posted December 6, 2012 "... majority (63.4 per cent) of Thai people hold the view that corruption in government is acceptable as long as they also benefit" No point reasoning with stupidity... what possible benefit do they think they can get? Som Num Na. They deserve to have their country run into the ground by these corrupt people. Less than 5% genuinely benefit from corruption. The rest get fleeced but they are brain washed to believe corruption and greed are good. It starts with selling their votes to corrupt politicians who laugh at the simpletons they can manipulate so easily. In office they do all in their power to ensure that state education is never improved to the level that ordinary people start to think rationally for themselves and question all the hocus pocus they are programmed to believe from the cradle. Haven't you ever seen how your piece of paper, or your place in the queue magically moves to the front for a fee, and that miraculously, things just get done quicker? From that point of view, of course people think it is better, because that bloody keeper of the stamp will keep it firmly in his desk draw until you produce something. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baerboxer Posted December 6, 2012 Share Posted December 6, 2012 Corruption is a blight that affects many countries - not just Thailand. In many Asian countries its the way of life permeating through society at all levels. In the developed world it seems to be those involved in the arms trade, finance and banking and public sector contracts that get caught. The UN has its share of corruption issues too. Thailand would benefit from less corruption, but so would many other countries and organizations too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stoli Posted December 6, 2012 Share Posted December 6, 2012 Every movement starts small, and correctly done will grow. I wish these students my best in trying to make a difference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fozfromoz Posted December 6, 2012 Share Posted December 6, 2012 Estimated 1500 at the rally. Quick calculation..............about 1500 BIB should cover it, just so the free speech doesn't get out of hand. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theajarn Posted December 6, 2012 Share Posted December 6, 2012 Wow, there's hope yet. Where can we sign up? I'd LOVE to give a speech on corruption in the system. I've been in and out of it. I have a few stories to tell, but never got the chance to tell it (to Thais). Would be nice if people on Thai Visa can chime in on these things as well... let's join forces! We might be able to drive a stake through the heart of corruption (either that, or just seriously wound it to make it bitter enough to bite us back). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerrysteve Posted December 6, 2012 Share Posted December 6, 2012 End of STORY! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eeeya Posted December 6, 2012 Share Posted December 6, 2012 Its not corruption its commission Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nurofiend Posted December 6, 2012 Share Posted December 6, 2012 it's a good thing to see thai youth from across the country do something like this, even with its ambiguous or overly-simplistic aim (take your pick), it's positive to see in such a politically apathetic society when it comes to young people. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OzMick Posted December 6, 2012 Share Posted December 6, 2012 I'm awaiting to hear that 20,000 red shirts from Udon Thani are going to hold a counter rally nearby, on standby in case there is "trouble". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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