Popular Post webfact Posted September 29, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted September 29, 2020 Thailand’s PM dismisses speculation over formation of a national government Photo from Prayut Chan-o-cha’s facebook Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-o-cha and Deputy Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwan have dismissed speculation that governing coalition parties will join with the opposition Pheu Thai Party to form a national government. “You go and ask the one who spread the rumour,” said General Prawit, as he pointed his finger at a group of reporters at Government House today. Interior Minister Anupong Paochinda, meanwhile, shrugged off speculation that he, the Prime Minister and Mr. Chatchai Promlert, the interior Permanent Secretary, are considering setting up a political party. He said that he is not an expert in politics and that the idea of setting up a party has never crossed his mind. Responding to the same question from a reporter, the Prime Minister just said “Sawatdee” (good day) as he abruptly walked away from the reporters, while mumbling that he already had a headache with just one party. Source: https://www.thaipbsworld.com/thailands-pm-dismisses-speculation-over-formation-of-a-national-government/ -- © Copyright Thai PBS 2020-09-30 - Whatever you're going through, the Samaritans are here for you - Follow Thaivisa on LINE for breaking COVID-19 updates 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post daveAustin Posted September 29, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted September 29, 2020 27 minutes ago, webfact said: Responding to the same question from a reporter, the Prime Minister just said “Sawatdee” (good day) as he abruptly walked away from the reporters, while mumbling that he already had a headache with just one party lol So he is human then. This is quite amusing. As to a coalition with PT, we all know that is a non-starter. Like matter-antimatter, it'd be fireworks. 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post bluesofa Posted September 29, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted September 29, 2020 31 minutes ago, daveAustin said: 1 hour ago, webfact said: Responding to the same question from a reporter, the Prime Minister just said “Sawatdee” (good day) as he abruptly walked away from the reporters, while mumbling that he already had a headache with just one party lol So he is human then. This is quite amusing. As to a coalition with PT, we all know that is a non-starter. Like matter-antimatter, it'd be fireworks. Mumbling to himself. I always thought that was considered as the first sign of madness. 1 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post faraday Posted September 29, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted September 29, 2020 1 hour ago, webfact said: He said that he is not an expert in politics Who said this, Cha Cha or Paochinda? Either way, that's a damning thing to say if you're in government..... 7 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scorecard Posted September 29, 2020 Share Posted September 29, 2020 1 hour ago, daveAustin said: lol So he is human then. This is quite amusing. As to a coalition with PT, we all know that is a non-starter. Like matter-antimatter, it'd be fireworks. But perhaps they will invite pojaman, maybe she could provide a feminine soothing touch. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post jonclark Posted September 29, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted September 29, 2020 I am thinking that the government's ship maybe taking on water...and the pumps have packed up. Another couple who of big student led protests, an economy in free fall, and a public who have lost faith in the PM. Despite his bluster the PM is a worried man. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post colinneil Posted September 29, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted September 29, 2020 2 hours ago, webfact said: Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-o-cha and Deputy Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwan have dismissed speculation that governing coalition parties will join with the opposition Pheu Thai Party to form a national government. Of course they have denied it, anybody seriously expect them to say otherwise? They are running scared, their days are numbered, and the sooner they are gone, the better for Thailand. 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post rkidlad Posted September 29, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted September 29, 2020 3 hours ago, webfact said: He said that he is not an expert in politics And you can’t work out why people say you’re grossly unqualified to be in your position and you should step down? 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisY1 Posted September 29, 2020 Share Posted September 29, 2020 51 minutes ago, jonclark said: I am thinking that the government's ship maybe taking on water...and the pumps have packed up. Another couple who of big student led protests, an economy in free fall, and a public who have lost faith in the PM. Despite his bluster the PM is a worried man. IMO, his only worry is from Apirat and his sponsor.... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post ThailandRyan Posted September 29, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted September 29, 2020 (edited) 3 hours ago, webfact said: while mumbling that he already had a headache with just one party. You set up your own party Mr PM by placing who you wanted in your own party and Government. You reap what you sowe. Good luck with your stress level. Edited September 29, 2020 by ThailandRyan 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post PatOngo Posted September 29, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted September 29, 2020 16 minutes ago, colinneil said: Of course they have denied it, anybody seriously expect them to say otherwise? There's only so much room at the trough, they don't need any more snouts getting the spoils! ???????? 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post yellowboat Posted September 30, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted September 30, 2020 They are not playing nice with cha cha, so he is going to take his ball and leave. He and the army party being squeezed out would be the best thing for Thailand. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Thailand Posted September 30, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted September 30, 2020 30 minutes ago, yellowboat said: They are not playing nice with cha cha, so he is going to take his ball and leave. He and the army party being squeezed out would be the best thing for Thailand. Only to be replaced by another one waiting in the wings is the likely scenario. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatOngo Posted September 30, 2020 Share Posted September 30, 2020 37 minutes ago, yellowboat said: They are not playing nice with cha cha, so he is going to take his ball and leave. He and the army party being squeezed out would be the best thing for Thailand. Who has the guns (tanks and attack helicopters) wins! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djayz Posted September 30, 2020 Share Posted September 30, 2020 1 hour ago, colinneil said: the sooner they are gone, the better Better the devil you know than the devil you don't. If/when they go, who'll fill the void? Highly unlikely to be somebody who actually cares about the country and the well-being of the population. Politicians, the world over, only care about filling their own pockets. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AhFarangJa Posted September 30, 2020 Share Posted September 30, 2020 3 hours ago, bluesofa said: Mumbling to himself. I always thought that was considered as the first sign of madness. Correct, and the second sign is answering back to yourself...__________))))))))))) 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatOngo Posted September 30, 2020 Share Posted September 30, 2020 (edited) 6 minutes ago, djayz said: Better the devil you know than the devil you don't. If/when they go, who'll fill the void? Highly unlikely to be somebody who actually cares about the country and the well-being of the population. Politicians, the world over, only care about filling their own pockets. But the quality of life varies between countries! First world country residents are far better off than third world residents! Edited September 30, 2020 by PatOngo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djayz Posted September 30, 2020 Share Posted September 30, 2020 1 minute ago, PatOngo said: But the quality of life varies between countries! First world country residents are far better off than third world residents! Very true, but this place will never achieve developed status as long as all the power and wealth belongs to a handful of families. Changing politicians and parties isn't going to change that. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomJo Posted September 30, 2020 Share Posted September 30, 2020 "I'm not an expert in politics", the secret thought of every politician in the world. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatOngo Posted September 30, 2020 Share Posted September 30, 2020 (edited) 15 minutes ago, djayz said: Very true, but this place will never achieve developed status as long as all the power and wealth belongs to a handful of families. Changing politicians and parties isn't going to change that. Look all around Asia, democracy still has'nt caught on. China, Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, Thailand, Burma, Singapore, most countries in Asia have authoritarian rule! Edited September 30, 2020 by PatOngo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post herfiehandbag Posted September 30, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted September 30, 2020 3 minutes ago, PatOngo said: Look all around Asia, democracy still has'nt caught on. China, Vietnam, Laos. Thailand, Burma, Singapore, most countries in Asia have authoritarian rule! That is not because the people of those countries have rejected it - they are not allowed it. Then look at Malaysia, Indonesia, India, Japan, Korea, Taiwan. Asian countries, with large populations who elect their governments. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baboon Posted September 30, 2020 Share Posted September 30, 2020 19 minutes ago, djayz said: Better the devil you know than the devil you don't. If/when they go, who'll fill the void? Highly unlikely to be somebody who actually cares about the country and the well-being of the population. Politicians, the world over, only care about filling their own pockets. Unless it is the devil you don't like in which case you howl about the injustice from the rooftops. What poor excuses for repression you make! If that was said about the family this vile individual userped, your rage would know no bounds. Be honest with yourself, here. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
connda Posted September 30, 2020 Share Posted September 30, 2020 4 hours ago, bluesofa said: Mumbling to himself. I always thought that was considered as the first sign of madness. "Whom the gods would destroy they first make mad." -- from "The Masque of Pandora" by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phuketshrew Posted September 30, 2020 Share Posted September 30, 2020 Soon to be ex Army chief Apirat is waiting in the wings. From 2018 when he assumed the position of army chief: "Gen. Apirat Kongsompong on Wednesday refused to commit to not staging another military coup when asked by a reporter if how he would handle another political crisis such as that which precipitated the 2014 coup that brought the current ruling junta to power". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotchilli Posted September 30, 2020 Share Posted September 30, 2020 6 hours ago, webfact said: He said that he is not an expert in politics and that the idea of setting up a party has never crossed his mind. Yet he thinks he is capable of running a country? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotchilli Posted September 30, 2020 Share Posted September 30, 2020 5 hours ago, bluesofa said: Mumbling to himself. I always thought that was considered as the first sign of madness. He's just agreeing with himself, as he has no need for the opinions of others. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
holy cow cm Posted September 30, 2020 Share Posted September 30, 2020 6 hours ago, webfact said: while mumbling that he already had a headache with just one party. Let's hope it is a quadruple migraine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post NoshowJones Posted September 30, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted September 30, 2020 The unelected "PM" said he is not an expert in politics, that's the first time I have ever known of him to speak the truth. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DirtyHarry55 Posted September 30, 2020 Share Posted September 30, 2020 Seems most the Story missing no mention of Thaksin and his Ex Wife Potjaman? From other news sources it was coalition partners spreading the rumors first but something is definitely going on. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AbeNormal Posted September 30, 2020 Share Posted September 30, 2020 how many of the ministers and deputies running the show are actually elected MP's This is exactly the problem, the people vote in elections and those that are running things are appointed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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