PM's patting of a reporter just a friendly gesture, junta clarifies

[fab4]

Someone did that to me, I'd give them a smack on the nose. Whoever it was

A smack on the nose is as disrespectful as a pat on the head. So through your actions you would be lowering yourself to their standards and indicating it is acceptable to do that.

That is why reform is needed. If someone does something disrespectful one should not do something disrespectful back.

What is he doing? There is definitely something wrong with him, evolutionary speaking he is a throwback, from the shallow end of the gene pool, without a doubt.

Anyway, jpeg, a westerner, giving his opinion on what he would do if someone acted towards him in the same manner as the "most popular PM in the last decades (djjamie © 2014)" he would give that person a smack on the nose, and that, in djjamies world, justifies the need for reform of the Thai political system.....................

The car crash poster is back with a vengance..........................................

Ahhh, the rubics cube is back and I notice I am no longer on your ignore list…Thanks mate.

What is he doing? Prayut was being disrespectful to a journalist. What was the reaction? Being disrespectful back!

If I was to denounce someone that broke the law because breaking the law was wrong I would not break the law to make it right. Breaking the law is wrong. I assume you agree that breaking the law is wrong?

Do you need me to draw a diagram so you understand this or did I not "decode" your post correctly?

Comprehension not your strong point is it? Read your own post again and then try and explain to yourself (no-one else is listening) how you came to this conclusion in reply to jpeg's post. To misuse one of your stock sayings, is that "PTP djjamie logic"?

You're still on my ignore list (thankfully) - but do you even understand the "car crash" post analogy? Don't answer, I already know.

[wirat69]

It's a very friendly gesture, a way of showing personal affection."

I will try that excuse next time......

Under Thai customs and etiquette touching a person's head is a sign of disrespect.

The head, being the most sacred part of the body should never be touched. (Do not attempt to even pat the heads of children) The feet being the lowest should never be pointed at other people.

One would think the dear leader who is under constant scrutiny and being watched internationally would be aware of Thai etiquette. This sign of total disrespect has made the media right across the globe.

That's good rule for you and I to live by, but it is not so black and white in Thai culture, especially where a senior person touches a much younger person e.g. Teachers hit the head of some students, school friends also quite regularly in fun, grandparents with younger generations... truly, it is endearment and not considered demeaning.

True, though... given the length of the tweeking yer gotta wunder y the reporter ain't speakin'!!

Gotta luv the "stand in Policeman" pointing with gusto "Yo, get an EYEful of this!!"

[casindonet]

A friendly gesture if the reporter was your pet dog......duhhhhh

You are combining two quotes, one made by a junta spokesman and the other a criticism to the gesture by "netizen". The "duhhhh" should be directed at you as what you posted was a weak attempt to denigrate the PM with a completely fabricated remark.

Do you also need a tummy rub to go with the behind the ear scratch & head petting, fido?

[ggt]

For any adult to pat another adult on the head...is a gross sign of disrespect in all cultures...rocket science is not needed to see that this is a patronizing jester...

[cmsally]

Spitting Image would make a field day of this. They did a good one on Reagan with the nuclear war button and he didn't even press it.

Let's face it any normal person on the receiving end would at the least back off out of reach. The fact that he didn't is worth more than a thousand words.

[Mudcrab]

A friendly gesture if the reporter was your pet dog......duhhhhh

All are the Junta's dogs, anyone not in the junta belong to them and will kneel before the leader.

The reporter was not "kneeling before the leader", as a gesture to those behind him he was kneeling down to let them get their shots.

I believe that was what Monica Lewinsky said at the time..............................

or did she say it was it a gesture to those in front to get their shot? It was a long time ago now, I forget.................................................

That's rather strange for you to forget.

You seem to be able to regurgitate articles from last century usually.

Then again the Monica thing was with a Democrat/Red acquaintance. Can't have you badmouthing them now ...can we??

[Mudcrab]

It's a very friendly gesture, a way of showing personal affection."

I will try that excuse next time......

Under Thai customs and etiquette touching a person's head is a sign of disrespect.

The head, being the most sacred part of the body should never be touched. (Do not attempt to even pat the heads of children) The feet being the lowest should never be pointed at other people.

One would think the dear leader who is under constant scrutiny and being watched internationally would be aware of Thai etiquette. This sign of total disrespect has made the media right across the globe.

I found this out the hard way by giving one of the kids a " friendly ruffle " of his hair as he made me laugh and the looks of daggers I got stunned me, and after I was told it's not the done thing to be touching the head, so I'm more wary now of upsetting the villagers. ?

In many countries touching anyone without their permission is also classed as an assault no matter how innocent it's perceived anyone putting their hands towards me out of the blue and towards my face I'd feel threatened as it's entering my personal space and I actually agree with Chooka it's different if it's mates but anyone else putting their hands towards you can make you react in a defensive manner!!

Just asked the missus about this.

No problem touching a niece or nephew's head. Can touch her adult grown sons heads. Can't touch Mum or older sisters head.

Its a status thing...older etc.

Maybe the villagers are more concerned about you rather than that particular action. Why don't you ask them what the deal is?

Edited November 23, 2014 by Mudcrab

[Mudcrab]

It may be a sore point jpeg but it's still a fact.

The fact he went on to become a world statesman is also not lost on me, but Suthep couldn't lace Mandellas boots when it comes to politics and principles ?

And your Dear Leader would have had the boot laces tied....and hands tied behind the back and thrown under a pile of Muslim "terrorists" in a truck. Or taken out in an obvious drug dealer shoot out.

[Mudcrab]

I think I will stick to my personal policy: Dont' bow down and kneel for anyone unless he/she really got my unlimited respect, which is something to be earned.

What do you pay??

By the hour?

[arrowsdawdle]

It's a very friendly gesture, a way of showing personal affection."

I will try that excuse next time......

Under Thai customs and etiquette touching a person's head is a sign of disrespect.

The head, being the most sacred part of the body should never be touched. (Do not attempt to even pat the heads of children) The feet being the lowest should never be pointed at other people.

One would think the dear leader who is under constant scrutiny and being watched internationally would be aware of Thai etiquette. This sign of total disrespect has made the media right across the globe.

How could such a thing happen? Is it possible the temptation was too great and he couldn't restrain his display of personal affection?

[Bernard Flint]

It may be a sore point jpeg but it's still a fact.

The fact he went on to become a world statesman is also not lost on me, but Suthep couldn't lace Mandellas boots when it comes to politics and principles ?

Suthep hasnt the inteligence to tie shoe laces, i bet he uses slip on shoes

[Thai at Heart]

It's a very friendly gesture, a way of showing personal affection."

I will try that excuse next time......

Under Thai customs and etiquette touching a person's head is a sign of disrespect.

The head, being the most sacred part of the body should never be touched. (Do not attempt to even pat the heads of children) The feet being the lowest should never be pointed at other people.

One would think the dear leader who is under constant scrutiny and being watched internationally would be aware of Thai etiquette. This sign of total disrespect has made the media right across the globe.

How could such a thing happen? Is it possible the temptation was too great and he couldn't restrain his display of personal affection?

I like a PM who can't get control of his urges. Its so assuring.

[Beetlejuice]

And what have I learned from this? That a group of reporters is called a, gaggle. Below is pictured the reporter still suffering from shock after the incident:

[Thailand]

Duplicate.

Edited November 23, 2014 by Thailand

[Thailand]

And what have I learned from this? That a group of reporters is called a, gaggle. Below is pictured the reporter still suffering from shock after the incident:

Unable to duck away from the omnipotent caress!

[JacChang]

Did he manage to get the ear wax out?

[Jim walker]

My springer spaniel also enjoys a good scratch under his chin

[katana]

The patting does seem to go on for rather a long time. Wonder what the reporter thought?

[toybits]

Don't these "Journalists" know there is another meaning to PETTING someone? Goodness gracious!!!

[Aussieroaming]

It's a very friendly gesture, a way of showing personal affection."

I will try that excuse next time......

Under Thai customs and etiquette touching a person's head is a sign of disrespect.

The head, being the most sacred part of the body should never be touched. (Do not attempt to even pat the heads of children) The feet being the lowest should never be pointed at other people.

Thanks for that update. I know how touching heads is important. That said, its not as though western men spend their time touching each other on the head either.

When I am busted fondling someone like he did, as I said, I will try my excuse that it was just an innocent show of personal affection.

How does one have a display of personal affection with a stranger.

Honey, it was just a display of personal affection.

I am sure the missus will take it hook lineman sinker. I saw the video, it looked as though he was in his own little world in a milidly sadistic and sinister fashion, fondling a guys earlobe and head whilst this man was kneeling in front of him.

Make of it what you will, I will draw my own inference.

An innocent display of affection????

But, honey, we were only having a bath together.......

Just be sure not to hold her by the ears

Just lucky he didn't grab the male reporter by the ears

[recycled]

An old out of touch dinosaur with little or no respect for anyone he believes is below him.

[Torrens54]

Give the PM a BREAK!

Nothing in it more than a friendly gesture. If he did it to me, I'd give him a FRIENDLY punch on the shoulder to return the good-will.

I've had arguments with Premiers and PMs (yes in another country) we've called each other "idiots" and then gone had drinks and a few good laughs together.

The PM in this instance was, I am sure, simply being Friendly.

Honestly, if the Sun fails to rise in the East tomorrow, SOME people will blame the PM for it.

Edited November 23, 2014 by Torrens54

[EyesWideOpen]

After watching the video, the incident looks even more bizarre than the headline

would suggest. The reporter looks like he is petted like a dog.....

[Fatty123]

Give the PM a BREAK!

Nothing in it more than a friendly gesture. If he did it to me, I'd give him a FRIENDLY punch on the shoulder to return the good-will.

I've had arguments with Premiers and PMs (yes in another country) we've called each other "idiots" and then gone had drinks and a few good laughs together.

The PM in this instance was, I am sure, simply being Friendly.

Honestly, if the Sun fails to rise in the East tomorrow, SOME people will blame the PM for it.

I know Premiers AND PMs? Maybe true, but this could be a job for....

[bunuel]

A friendly gesture if the reporter was your pet dog......duhhhhh

A friendly gesture sometimes accompanied by a term of endearment reserved for

obedient members of the media, like " How now, brown nose kow tow? "

[tullynagardy]

With the public speaking ability of a toddler and the likability of a terminal illness, it really is no wonder the people are now feeling emboldened to speak out against this tyrant.

People like him all end up the same way. It may take months, years or even decades, but they always get their comeuppance eventually.

[paymaster]

Seems an innocent and friendly gesture to me. The reporter whose head Gen Prayuth touched has had no word of complaint to my knowledge and this is surely the yardstick by which the gesture should be measured. I.e. if no offense taken no offense committed.

l certainly believe no offense was intended. The anti NCPO are out in force over this incident which to me shows an attention to trivia in the absence of matters of substance on which to hang their hats. General Prayuth still seems the best chance Thailand has had to a proper democracy. Lets hope the new charter is quickly and properly written and the path to democracy hastened.

[Boxclever]

Looks like he was trying to hurt him, twisting and squeezing his ear. This was meant as a warning

[Jonmarleesco]

I'm not surprised the reporter kept his face hidden. And I'm far from convinced he was kneeling to get out of the way of cameras.

[tingtongtourist]

I seen a few thai people post on FB about this.

it seems highly demeaning and probably a reaction from the press asking questions the general didnt appreciate much.

I think they talk about some cartoon getting around. referances to a monkey as the word 'ling' appears often. words "sorry mr monkey no bannana for you today" by one poster !