Prayut says drawing foreign interference in Thai internal affairs is an embarrassing act

[Lite Beer]

Prayut says drawing foreign interference in Thai internal affairs is an embarrassing act

BANGKOK: -- Prime Minister Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha called attempt by a certain group of people trying to draw foreign interference in the country's internal affairs as an embarrassing act.

“Don’t you ever feel embarrassed for drawing them into our own affairs” he said last night during his “Returning Happiness to the People,” Friday night.

The prime minister however neither named the certain group of people nor the foreign country, but suggested that they should stop doing so.

He asked for time for his government to resolve all problems of the country and all to respect the justice system.

Prayut said the country had cooperated with the global community in sending troops to join hundreds of international peacekeeping missions over the past several decades, and now it was time for it to take care of its own problems.

“I would like to tell the international community that my government would like to have time to do things for Thai people and Thailand. We have problems to handle,” he said.

He said he didn’t want any country to help strengthen itself but will do by itself for the best with its existing rules and laws.

He stressed the need to have special law and didn’t want to get into trouble with anybody.

He suggested asking all the Thai people what they really want, and not just asking certain groups, and jumping into conclusion.

He wanted justice for the country and the Thai people, and also for himself as the leader of the government.

He admitted he felt unhappy too but couldn’t let things to go unchecked.

He also said criticism from “friendly nations” of his handling of the country would have no impact on his plan to end political conflicts in the country.

He believed he had taken into account everybody’s comments, but added how much consideration he would give to each comment was something he had to deliberate by himself.

Source: http://englishnews.thaipbs.or.th/prayut-says-drawing-foreign-interference-thai-internal-affairs-embarrassing-act

-- Thai PBS 2015-01-31

[thesetat2013]

He could not possibly be suggesting certain groups R---- initiated that last meeting which upset so many Thais from a certain --- politician for political favor from that country to use their influence against the current gov to stop a certain case against an unnamed ex leader. Say it isn't so?

[Just1Voice]

He could not possibly be suggesting certain groups R---- initiated that last meeting which upset so many Thais from a certain --- politician for political favor from that country to use their influence against the current gov to stop a certain case against an unnamed ex leader. Say it isn't so?

You appear to forger, or just oversee, the fact that he ALSO met with AV. So how is that showing "political favor"??

[StasD]

"The prime minister however neither named the certain group of people nor the foreign country, but suggested that they should stop doing so."

Let me guess - the US?

[Rumble]

The problem is that the international community don't know the difference between an international problem and a domestic problem. there are other counties that really need their help, why don't they try and help them? or are they beyond help from all the interference from the international community?

[Commerce]

"He believed he had taken into account everybody’s comments, but added how much consideration he would give to each comment was something he had to deliberate by himself."

This guy thinks he's God!

[Thai at Heart]

He is the one who is keeping on about it. It was barely yesterdays news outside thailand let alone today's.

[jacky54]

Respect the justice system?, would he mean the one that lets rich murderers off without a day in jail, while at the same time bangs up a pensioner for 20 years for allegedly sending 2x LM texts, how can anyone respect such an unjust system?

Edited January 31, 2015 by jacky54

[tbthailand]

Keep it up dear General. Your bone-headed nature may someday finally free the Thai people.

Loved this comment - it's a perfect example of his Orwellian double-speak...

He suggested asking all the Thai people what they really want, and not just asking certain groups, and jumping into conclusion.

Which of course would have been the July 2014 elections.

He has never been serious about asking all the Thai people. He has never been serious about helping all the Thai people. He's never, ever been a 'democratic soldier' ....

He is interested in enforcing the status quo of military dominance in Thailand into the future ... as far as the eye can see....

[rasmus5150]

The only embarrassing act, is that the outside world actually gains some knowledge to the circus of Thai politics.

[thesetat2013]

He could not possibly be suggesting certain groups R---- initiated that last meeting which upset so many Thais from a certain --- politician for political favor from that country to use their influence against the current gov to stop a certain case against an unnamed ex leader. Say it isn't so?

You appear to forger, or just oversee, the fact that he ALSO met with AV. So how is that showing "political favor"??

You appear to twist my words. I never said I was political favor hehee. As a matter of fact I believe the words I used showed the opposite. You just chose to view it in your own mind your way.

[bobmac10]

We"ll be getting stuff like this now for years to come.

He hasn't"t started yet.

[rainman333]

Is he saying that the NLA should feel embarassed for crying about this whole fiasco?

[Mango Bob]

Maybe they have no place to turn to. You should be embarrassed that they have to turn to others.

[junk1e]

Agree with him. Thailand does not need US interference. Sort your own country out first and then maybe countries where there are huge human rights issues.

[jaltsc]

"He said he didn’t want any country to help strengthen itself but will do by itself for the best with its existing rules and laws."

So that means he will also reject all foreign aid. Now there is a man with integrity, who is willing to stand up and tell the world that he and he alone can make Thailand strong and does not need anyone else's help...OR...Is he a man who is the living embodiment of the Groucho Marx quote: "Those are my principles, and if you don't like them... well, I have others."

Edited January 31, 2015 by jaltsc

[GinBoy2]

My God for those of you that continually complain about US 'interference, and the tiresome, 'sort out your own problems';

If the US press and public were continually complaining every time a foreign country, diplomat or newspaper made some disparaging comment about US policy, domestic or foreign, the entire country would grind to a halt in self absorbed agony!

Sometimes the 'adult' thing to do is take it on the chin, reflect on it, or not, but that's your choice...but whining, nah come on get real

Edited January 31, 2015 by GinBoy2

[Suffinator]

He asked for time for his government to resolve all problems of the country and all to respect the justice system.

Government? Does that include the legitmate government he overthrew? Justice system? You mean the same one that makes a coup an act of treason?

He stressed the need to have special law and didn’t want to get into trouble with anybody.

Ah I get it 'special laws' that make it acceptable to commit treason and put aside the United Nations Declaration of Human Rights. Got it.

He wanted justice for the country and the Thai people, and also for himself as the leader of the government.

Don't you need a democratically elected government for that to work?

He also said criticism from “friendly nations” of his handling of the country would have no impact on his plan to end political conflicts in the country.

So taking advice is not in the interest of the nation but causing a political conflict is providing it's him that does it.

The road to gold is paved with good intentions; I doubt anyone would argue that the previous government was any good but the FACTS are evident ... the YS government WAS duly elected until an illegal act took place that deposed it.

Over the past week the news has been bombarded with tales of more crackdowns, more restrictions, martial law and so forth ... these are all abuses of basic human rights and that TIP report standing isn't going to improve. If he is serious about bringing back democracy then an election needs holding.

They are now walking a very precarious tightrope and it's only going to be a matter of time before the international community will start with sanctions. If you want to be part of the international community and a member of the UN then its time those in power put aside their personal preferences as to who should govern and let the people decide.

I remain convinced, considering Thailand's geographical location, it could be one of the truly great nations in South East Asia but there a few people hell bent on ensuring the rule with impunity.

[Commerce]

"Don’t you ever feel embarrassed for drawing them into our own affairs” he said last night during his “Returning Happiness to the People," Friday night.

Them? Who's them?

Returning Happiness to the People - "He admitted he felt unhappy too" < quote!

As for 'them!'.... I received an email recently that asked me, "Who do you think you are? You are only a farang!" - < This clearly explains the general concensus of attitudes to where we stand here as foreigners. (The guy who sent me the message does in fact believe he is a philosopher).

[chainarong]

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The only embarrassing act, is that the outside world actually gains some knowledge to the circus of Thai politics.

The outside world have known this for many a decade and no amount of help will help them, cause they know it all.

[trainman34014]

''He asked for time for his Government to solve all the problems of the country ''

Right.....see you in 200 years time mate !

[harrry]

"He said he didn’t want any country to help strengthen itself but will do by itself for the best with its existing rules and laws."

So that means he will also reject all foreign aid. Now there is a man with integrity, who is willing to stand up and tell the world that he and he alone can make Thailand strong and does not need anyone else's help...OR...Is he a man who is the living embodiment of the Groucho Marx quote: "Those are my principles, and if you don't like them... well, I have others."

Not too much aid. A bit of military aid to give the US access.

[GinBoy2]

Agree with him. Thailand does not need US interference. Sort your own country out first and then maybe countries where there are huge human rights issues.

Jesus Christ, if the US press, politicians and public were to descend into moral agonizing every time a foreign government, newspaper, diplomat criticized US policy foreign or domestic, the entire country would grind to a halt.

These things happen, whether you chose to believe them or not, thats your choice but having this Oh so vocal whining session is frankly ridiculous.

You take it on the chin, reflect on it, or not. But real governments just keep quiet, this is close to North Korean temper tantrum.

I guess we should be thankful Sony haven't made a movie about Thailand....then again they'd probably screw up the hack, and whine about it

Edited January 31, 2015 by GinBoy2

[Nakajima]

"He suggested asking all the Thai people what they really want"

That is called elections.

[iReason]

“Don’t you ever feel embarrassed for drawing them into our own affairs?”

Naa, you got that backwards Uncle Too.

It's you who's embarrassed because no one wanted to meet with you.

"He stressed the need to have special law and didn’t want to get into trouble with anybody."

How benign. You mean Martial Law right?

Will it soon be a crime to mention Martial Law?

"He wanted justice for ... himself as the leader of the government."

Because:

"He admitted he felt unhappy ..." Boo Hoo.

No Happiness for the Un-Elected PM.

Perhaps even he is recognizing that he has feet of clay.

One can only hope...

[cmiuc]

He is a dangerous man. He wants to prove sth to ASEAN... He doesn't matter the cost to his people... His people hate him... he should start there... satisfy the people, then you don't need to make these kinds of statements. But with his military skills... the only thing he knows is war and how to try to defeat his enemies... Peace is not a part of any military agenda... Castro, Hitler, Stalin...and others... were military leaders. And we can see from the past how things went fro them.

If he is accusing the US... well Thailand is a very small fish in a very large pond... it has no meaning for the US.

[EPICFAIL]

Agree with him. Thailand does not need US interference. Sort your own country out first and then maybe countries where there are huge human rights issues.

Jesus Christ, if the US press, politicians and public were to descend into moral agonizing every time a foreign government, newspaper, diplomat criticized US policy foreign or domestic, the entire country would grind to a halt.

These things happen, whether you chose to believe them or not, thats your choice but having this Oh so vocal whining session is frankly ridiculous.

You take it on the chin, reflect on it, or not. But real governments just keep quiet, this is close to North Korean temper tantrum.

I guess we should be thankful Sony haven't made a movie about Thailand....then again they'd probably screw up the hack, and whine about it

Well said Ginboy. The U.S. taking a position or making a statement or observations regarding events in Thailand is not "interference". That's just plain old free speech. SANCTIONS are interference, not making observations. The US (or any other country I'm aware of) has imposed no sanctions on Thailand. Talk about thin skinned!

[rickirs]

"He asked for time for his government to resolve all problems of the country and all to respect the justice system."

Was that the justice system he trashed by abolishing the 2007 Constitution and created his own "rule of law" by Articles 17 and 44 of his Provisional Charter? Or was that the justice system he established by martial law where one has no rights to intimidation, arrest, incarcination, and interrogation?

[Alwyn]

We"ll be getting stuff like this now for years to come.

He hasn't"t started yet.

+1

[thedude82]

like the thai govt has any influence...this place lost its relevance in the 70s