PM Prayut says US President Obama understands Thai political situation

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PM says US president understands Thai political situation



BANGKOK, 19 February 2016 (NNT) – The Prime Minister has assured that while the US has devoted great importance to Thailand and ASEAN, it has refrained from pressuring the Kingdom on its political situation.

Prime Minister Gen Prayuth Chan-ocha has revealed that during his attendance of the US-ASEAN leader’s summit in California of the United State, US President Barack Obama did not indicate any pressure on Thailand concerning its political circumstances.

He stated that instead, the US leader acknowledged that Thailand is moving towards democracy with the drafting of a new constitution and gave his support on the matter as he sees the ASEAN region as an important partner for the US.

The PM added that the US and ASEAN have made good progress on a number of issues, such as security, economics and investments. He pointed out Thailand must move in step with other nations of the world and that its economy must progress independent of political influence.


-- NNT 2016-02-19

[Chang_paarp]

With his superior English language skills, the PM may have misinterpreted a comment that Obama understood what he said.

[NongKhaiKid]

It had to happen and I thought I'd missed it because I expected it earlier but now i can relax as the mandatory ' understands ' statement has been made.

[Snig27]

It had to happen and I thought I'd missed it because I expected it earlier but now i can relax as the mandatory ' understands ' statement has been made.

Obama has been surveyed and he's 99.3% very happy.

[Reigntax]

Obama fully understands and when it suits the US be rest assured, they will assist in ridding the country of such a director

[Pomthai]

Great news. Now that Obama understands, there's only 7.5 billion other people in the world left for him to explain it to.

[marinediscoking]

Obama also said he had been to 57 states when running for president. He probably though Prayuth was some Thai restaurant owner who wanted a photo. Booth really have no clue about anything.

[Thailand]

CALIFORNIA, 17 February 2016 (NNT) – The President of the United States has declared before the leaders of ASEAN that the US will continue to encourage Thailand to return to a fully civilian government.

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[Thailand]

In other news (which we can't link to), this lot seem to have decided they will stay in power for an undetermined period after any election to keep an eye on whoever gets the public nod - with that handy Section 44 the General promised not to abuse last year.

Indefinitely the way I read it.

Edited February 19, 2016 by Thailand

[iReason]

I wonder if Uncle Too took any notes during President Obama's opening statement:

"The historic election in Myanmar and the transition now underway gives hope for a nation that is inclusive, united, peaceful and democratic."

"And here at the summit, we can reaffirm that strong, prosperous and inclusive societies require good governance,

rule of law, accountable institutions, vibrant civil societies, and upholding human rights."

"So, economic growth that is inclusive, creating opportunity for all; mutual security and the peaceful resolution of disputes; human dignity,

including respect for human rights and development that is sustainable -- that is our vision."

https://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/2016/02/15/remarks-president-obama-opening-session-us-asean-summit

Edited February 19, 2016 by iReason

[tbthailand]

and if he doesn't, then the General will "invite" him for a "discussion"...

[baboon]

In other news (which we can't link to), this lot seem to have decided they will stay in power for an undetermined period after any election to keep an eye on whoever gets the public nod - with that handy Section 44 the General promised not to abuse last year.

Indefinitely the way I read it.

What, a case of 'Congatulations on your election victory. Now here are your policies'?

[Inn Between]

I'm afraid the silence from Obama is only because the problems and illegalities of having a non-elected gov't here is at the very bottom of a very very long list of priorities. Thailand means nothing to the US in scale of what's happening in the world. Thais have to learn that Thailand is only the center of the Universe to Thais.

[deckape]

Of course Obama understands the political situation here....pretty clear he expects elections soon.

[canuckamuck]

What he actually said was "Man it's hot in here. Do you know how long we are supposed to pose for these photos?"

[stickylies]

Obama also said that prayuth is the biggest leader in the world, Thailand the best country in the world, Thai people the happiest people in the world. Obama arranged a retirement visa for himself and the missus and says he's looking forward to spending his old days in Jomtien, the pearl of SEAsia...

[Surin1969]

Maybe Obama understand but im sure i dont agree whit that :-)

[Rancid]

Mind you a bit hypocritical to have a go at Thailand's junta when we have Saudi Arabia, an absolute Monarchy with not even a whiff of democracy and lopping off heads to boot, regarded as a perfectly acceptable style of government. Poor old Saddam even used to be best buddies and devoid of criticism till he stepped out of line, Ukraine, US installed bloody Nazis.

So the reality is that the US is not bothered by the type of government just how subservient it is.

[iReason]

^^^

I suppose.

But, hold on to those thoughts.

A story regarding those issues may pop-up on TV soon...

Edited February 19, 2016 by iReason

[nojoma]

obama couldn't find thailand on a map in less than ten miutes

[DM07]

I would like to hear that from the man himself!

[glenmohr]

What he actually said was "Man it's hot in here. Do you know how long we are supposed to pose for these photos?"

We have had an expert lip reader put on the case Canuck. This is his report :

Obama to aid : " Who is that guy standing over there by himself?"

Aide: " I think it is the man who valet parked your car in Vegas a couple of years back Mr President "

Obama: " OK I understand"

[glenmohr]

General Prayut says " Thailand must move in step with the other countries.."

It is going to be a huge and Herculean task to train the other countries to get the step right. Statistics show that 99.7 % of other countries are badly out of step. He should have stuck to legalising happiness and left it at that.

[stickylies]

I'm afraid the silence from Obama is only because the problems and illegalities of having a non-elected gov't here is at the very bottom of a very very long list of priorities. Thailand means nothing to the US in scale of what's happening in the world. Thais have to learn that Thailand is only the center of the Universe to Thais.

Thai soaps are also center of the universe in Laos! 555

[Briggsy]

That takes the biscuit.

Revealing the true thoughts of the President of the United States. Prayuth's off his trolley.

[metisdead]

A post containing a copyrighted photo has been removed, it was off topic anyway.

[NCC1701A]

Yes as a American who left the USA because my fellow country men voted not once but twice for this moron I can assure the ultra left wing Marxist Communist "understands" the PM. In this case I hope the PM told the anti Christ to <deleted> off. Maybe Thailand can invade the US and liberate everyone so I can return.

[Jim walker]

Do Thai people ever. Tell lies or have a tendency to exaggerate

[yellowboat]

For all of Obama's flaws and that of the 114th Congress, they were all elected. It is doubtful they understand the usurping power from an elected government. If they did, they would not be re-elected or be invited to give highly paid speeches.