Prayut gives civil servants three months to show results

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Prayut gives civil servants three months to show results
The Nation


Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha looks at a football jersey with his name on its back, given to him when the national team players, who recently won the AFF Suzuki Cup, and officials from the Football Association of Thailand called on him at Government House

BANGKOK: -- Prime Minister General Prayut Chan-o-cha said he would give civil servants three months to deliver work results as per government policy and those found to be slacking would be "dealt with".

He also said Thailand needed a five-year vision for stability, where people are well-off and have overcome the "democracy" trap. The premier-cum-junta leader also acknowledged the fact that the root cause of political conflicts continued persisting.

The premier made these remarks at a press conference at Government House yesterday to announce his government's achievements in its first three months.

Prayut said Thailand has been caught in a "democracy trap" since the 1932 revolt, with so many military coups, so now, he said, the focus should be on strengthening people, the country and all sectors.

"Today the country is relatively peaceful, but some think nothing has changed and want an elected government quickly. But while things appear to be orderly, without conflicts or protests, the root cause [of the conflicts] still persist, be it in terms of people or weapons of war. So we have to deal with it in parallel with everything else. As long as these causes are not resolved, the roots of conflict will not end, the judicial process will remain unfinished and we will not be able to solve anything - just like before. I'm just keeping the situation [afloat], but it still poses a danger to democracy in the future," Prayut said.

As for government officials, Prayut warned that they should carry out their duties without delay, otherwise Thailand risks becoming a failed state. He said the government had spent the past three months solving all sorts of problems, which are numerous, something the past governments failed to resolve. However, he did not clarify exactly what he was referring to.

He said he hopes that his government's work will become more apparent in three months from now, including the on-going judicial cases.

Prayut warned the media to be fair when criticising the government. He accused a Thai-language newspaper, without naming it, of constantly reprimanding him and threatened to exercise martial law to shut it down.

"I will call on the [media] association to look into the newspaper which writes [to criticise] me every day. I have been putting up with it for a long time; they continue attacking me on all issues and all pages. What's wrong with them? Are they mad or what? They always criticise, no matter who becomes [the prime minister]. What's good about that? The proprietor will end up dying in prison. I don't want to support the paper, but somebody bought it for me [to read]. I don't really want to read it because it only makes me mad, which affects my behaviour and stature as a leader when I fume. But I don't know what to do, as I will be criticised tomorrow for saying this. But this time I'm really going to shut down this paper, because it will continue to creep on me if I let it go... What's the point of martial law then? We have it to ensure peace and constructively," he said.

As for the absolute power he is granted under the interim charter's Article 44, Prayut said this power should only be used constructively, not to execute anybody.

"I haven't put anyone in prison or in front of the firing squad," he said.

Regarding criticism from foreign governments in relation to the May 22 coup and democracy building, Prayut said Thailand was moving forward and those who did not believe this can refer to the provisional charter.

"That's the answer . The more answers I provide, the lengthier the issue becomes," he said.

On the establishment of the Asean Economic Community next year, Prayut said Thai people should think about mutual benefits and realise that it will strengthen Asean.

In his long speech, Prayut referred to himself as a "referee" and a "school principal" who had stepped in to speed things up.

On a personal note, Prayut said his family did not know what he was doing on the day of the coup.

"On May 22, everyone at home cried and I didn't tell anyone. I told my seniors [who used to be in the Army] later. But I had to do it, otherwise I would be condemned after my retirement for letting things continue this way."

Source: http://www.nationmultimedia.com/national/Prayut-gives-civil-servants-three-months-to-show-r-30250702.html


-- The Nation 2014-12-26

[jaidam]

These rush jobs are not always the best idea. Far better to have qualified employees working towards precise objectives within realistic timelines, or else every task will end up Fubar'ed like the Koh Tao scapegoat fiasco. Prayuth's reputation and credibility can not take another public rewarding and praise singing of the loathed criminal thugs in uniform.

[HeijoshinCool]

I don't really want to read it because it only makes me mad, which affects my behaviour and stature as a leader when I fume.

Real men on a genuinely honorable mission, don't care what others say, and certainly don't allow things said to "affect" them.

The general seems like the kind of "man" who has a hissy fit when things don't go his way.

[selftaopath]

"democracy trap" ?????? HUH???

[Mango Bob]

Good going Mr PM, if you don't like what they are saying shut them down. The Chinese have taught you well on your visit. Who do they think you are.

[NongKhaiKid]

I don't really want to read it because it only makes me mad, which affects my behaviour and stature as a leader when I fume.

Real men on a genuinely honorable mission, don't care what others say, and certainly don't allow things said to "affect" them.

The general seems like the kind of "man" who has a hissy fit when things don't go his way.

I could be wrong and hope I am but he seems to be settling in very well to the ' I'm in charge ' role despite the reluctant hero pitch which could mean he'll be in no rush to step down and allow elections.

[Tatsujin]

I don't really want to read it because it only makes me mad, which affects my behaviour and stature as a leader when I fume.

Real men on a genuinely honorable mission, don't care what others say, and certainly don't allow things said to "affect" them.

The general seems like the kind of "man" who has a hissy fit when things don't go his way.

I could be wrong and hope I am but he seems to be settling in very well to the ' I'm in charge ' role despite the reluctant hero pitch which could mean he'll be in no rush to step down and allow elections.

Indeed. February 2016 is the latest "promise" I believe for scheduled elections, however I think even that is overly optimistic.

[elgordo38]

"democracy trap" ?????? HUH???

Yes that caught my attention to.

[scorecard]

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I don't really want to read it because it only makes me mad, which affects my behaviour and stature as a leader when I fume.

Real men on a genuinely honorable mission, don't care what others say, and certainly don't allow things said to "affect" them.

The general seems like the kind of "man" who has a hissy fit when things don't go his way.

I could be wrong and hope I am but he seems to be settling in very well to the ' I'm in charge ' role despite the reluctant hero pitch which could mean he'll be in no rush to step down and allow elections.

An example of what the good general is talking about.

No matter what he says or does you criticize.

[scorecard]

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"democracy trap" ?????? HUH???

Yes that caught my attention to.

Ever though that might have been badly mistranslated?

[greenchair]

I don't really want to read it because it only makes me mad, which affects my behaviour and stature as a leader when I fume.

Real men on a genuinely honorable mission, don't care what others say, and certainly don't allow things said to "affect" them.

The general seems like the kind of "man" who has a hissy fit when things don't go his way.

I could be wrong and hope I am but he seems to be settling in very well to the ' I'm in charge ' role despite the reluctant hero pitch which could mean he'll be in no rush to step down and allow elections.

Indeed. February 2016 is the latest "promise" I believe for scheduled elections, however I think even that is overly optimistic.

By the look of things, there will be an election in 2016.

One can liken it to the no hands bar.

[HeijoshinCool]

"democracy trap" ?????? HUH???

Yes that caught my attention to.

.

I truly doubt Prayut even knows the definition of democracy. Few people do.

[rtco]

"The proprietor will end up dying in prison" ... "But this time I'm really going to shut down this paper" ... so what ever happened to the "freedom of the press"? Non-existent here in THA!

[JOC]

>>Prayut said Thailand has been caught in a "democracy trap" since the 1932 revolt, with so many military coups, so now, he said, the focus should be on strengthening people, the country and all sectors.<< Quote

Still dreaming about the "good old days" before 1932 !!

Surely but slowly moving the country backwards.

Instead of PM Prayut wants to become FL (First Lackey).

[JOC]

No wonder they are desperate to sell the rice, they need the storage space for the PM's BS!!

Seriously it is getting worse by the minute!!

[h90]

These rush jobs are not always the best idea. Far better to have qualified employees working towards precise objectives within realistic timelines, or else every task will end up Fubar'ed like the Koh Tao scapegoat fiasco. Prayuth's reputation and credibility can not take another public rewarding and praise singing of the loathed criminal thugs in uniform.

I don't see any rush......

[NongKhaiKid]

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I don't really want to read it because it only makes me mad, which affects my behaviour and stature as a leader when I fume.

Real men on a genuinely honorable mission, don't care what others say, and certainly don't allow things said to "affect" them.

The general seems like the kind of "man" who has a hissy fit when things don't go his way.

I could be wrong and hope I am but he seems to be settling in very well to the ' I'm in charge ' role despite the reluctant hero pitch which could mean he'll be in no rush to step down and allow elections.

An example of what the good general is talking about.

No matter what he says or does you criticize.

No matter what he says or does equals everything and every time which is an exaggeration.

You'd fit in his government very well.

[binjalin]

"overcome the "democracy" trap"

ahh those damned countries that fought and believed in "democracy" they all got it wrong. Follow Thailand's example of "engineered democracy - Thai style"

after all they found the cure for Ebola so why not the 'cure' for democracy?

[JOC]

>>I don't really want to read it because it only makes me mad, which affects my behaviour and stature as a leader when I fume. But I don't know what to do, as I will be criticised tomorrow for saying this. But this time I'm really going to shut down this paper, because it will continue to creep on me if I let it go... What's the point of martial law then? We have it to ensure peace and constructively," he said.<< Quote

Bye, bye freedom of speech!!

If this newspaper makes him fume, it will not be good for the generals blood pressure to read Thaivisa!!

[namatjira]

sorry to break the news but I heard it on good grounds that the ' paper ' the general refers to is Thai Visa...

actually I tend to agree with him, never have I heard such whinging and blinkered thinking,

no matter what topic is discussed there is always excessive whinging............

So listen up you lot.....put some constructive positive views across , or you are going to make the general cross

[NongKhaiKid]

>>I don't really want to read it because it only makes me mad, which affects my behaviour and stature as a leader when I fume. But I don't know what to do, as I will be criticised tomorrow for saying this. But this time I'm really going to shut down this paper, because it will continue to creep on me if I let it go... What's the point of martial law then? We have it to ensure peace and constructively," he said.<< Quote

Bye, bye freedom of speech!!

If this newspaper makes him fume, it will not be good for the generals blood pressure to read Thaivisa!!

Out of feeling for his sensibilities many posts do get removed though.

[bangon04]

"Prayut said Thailand has been caught in a "democracy trap" since the 1932 revolt"

so let's get back to the good old days ....

[baboon]

sorry to break the news but I heard it on good grounds that the ' paper ' the general refers to is Thai Visa...

actually I tend to agree with him, never have I heard such whinging and blinkered thinking,

What grounds would those be?

[Lupatria]

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"democracy trap" ?????? HUH???

Yes that caught my attention to.

Ever though that might have been badly mistranslated?

Maybe he used the Chinese word he recently learned on his sales trip. I also wonder if Chalerm gets paid royalty for use of his 90 day procedure.

[wabothai]

Hollow words. Can't back up threat.

[Lupatria]

Throwing a cigarette bud would have cost him 2.000 Baht

[heybruce]

"Prayut said Thailand has been caught in a "democracy trap" since the 1932 revolt, with so many military coups, so now, he said, the focus should be on strengthening people, the country and all sectors."

Some people think it's not a "democracy trap", but a "military coup trap."

[heybruce]

"The proprietor will end up dying in prison" ... "But this time I'm really going to shut down this paper" ... so what ever happened to the "freedom of the press"? Non-existent here in THA!

You beat me to it. Clear words of intimidation directed at the press, but some posters still insist that censorship isn't that bad.

[Keesters]

The PM has a big job on his hands trying to sort out the mess left behind by all the previous 'democratic' administrations. I wish him and Thailand well for the future.

[rickirs]

"He also said Thailand needed a five-year vision for stability, where people are well-off and have overcome the "democracy" trap."

TRANSLATION:

The Junta needs to stay in power for the next five years. I call that the "totalitarian" trap.