george Posted October 1, 2004 Share Posted October 1, 2004 Military coup brewing, Thai MP warns BANGKOK: -- A spokesman for Thailand's ruling party created a stir yesterday when he claimed that a group of people opposed to Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra's government is planning a military coup. Mr Suthin Klangsaeng, a Member of Parliament and deputy spokesman for the Thai Rak Thai party, did not name anyone. However, he hinted that the group consists of military officers close to a London-based businessman who recently made corruption allegations against the government. 'The group of people who have long been opposed to this government are planning to stage a military coup,' Mr Suthin told reporters. Speaking separately, Mr Thaksin refused to confirm or deny the allegation. 'Let it be the internal matter of my party,' he replied when asked by reporters to comment on Mr Suthin's remarks. When Mr Thaksin was in Europe on an official trip, rumours were swirling in political circles last week about an alleged coup attempt linked to the London-based tycoon, Mr Ekkayuth Anchanbutr. Mr Ekkayuth claimed earlier this month that members of the government influenced the stock prices of a bank to make money. -- AP 2004-10-01 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
george Posted October 1, 2004 Author Share Posted October 1, 2004 Update: PM calls coup talk 'an internal matter' BANGKOK: -- Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra was tight-lipped yesterday about unsubstantiated reports that some people were planning a coup to overthrow his government. "I want it to be an internal issue," the premier said curtly. He then walked away without any comment on Thai Rak Thai deputy spokesman Suthin Klangsaeng's statement on Wednesday that some old faces behind movements to overthrow past governments were now trying to bring down the Thaksin-led administration. Suthin went on to say that these people hoped to revive something like the September 9 coup, referring to the failed 1985 attempt to take over the government. A Thai Rak Thai source also said the old faces were members of the Chulachomklao Royal Military Academy's Class 7. Yongyuth Tiyapairat, the PM's secretary-general, yesterday sought to dismiss reports about a planned coup against the incumbent administration. "I think all those from Class 7 are now over 70 and in retirement. They can hardly walk now and barely have any aides in active service. So how can they do anything to others?" he said. Yongyuth also warned controversial businessman Ekkayuth Anchanbutr to tend to his own affairs first before boasting about his attempts to help the country. Meanwhile, Democrat Party leader Banyat Bantadtan said talk about a planned coup nowadays was "delirious". "I wonder who would think of planning coups at the present time," he said. He said government members should be more careful when talking about coups, because it could adversely affect the country. --The Nation 2004-10-01 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goat Roper Posted October 1, 2004 Share Posted October 1, 2004 Wouldn't a coup be unconstitutional, but then again TIT. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dr_Pat_Pong Posted October 1, 2004 Share Posted October 1, 2004 The plot thickens Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
siam Posted October 1, 2004 Share Posted October 1, 2004 Well if it does happen curfew time for the sex tourists won't be any fun, Corruption indeed,Maybe Toxin could get a law in deflammatry remarks towards him is counted as Treason Yes Dr P there's a lot more to come for this man. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thetyim Posted October 1, 2004 Share Posted October 1, 2004 The plot thickens Don't you mean the plot chickens ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darknight Posted October 1, 2004 Share Posted October 1, 2004 However, he hinted that the group consists of military officers close to a London-based businessman who recently made corruption allegations against the government. Simon , are you expanding your empire again Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tuky Posted October 1, 2004 Share Posted October 1, 2004 Mr Thaksin refused to confirm or deny the allegation. 'Let it be the internal matter of my party,' he replied when asked by reporters to comment on Mr Suthin's remarks. "I want it to be an internal issue," the premier said curtly. There you go guys, no need for concern as it will not affect anyone outside of the political circle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
astral Posted October 1, 2004 Share Posted October 1, 2004 Wouldn't a coup be unconstitutional, but then again TIT. Might be, but it does happen from time to time. can get bloody, rememer 1991. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
britmaveric Posted October 1, 2004 Share Posted October 1, 2004 Thaksin- interesting to say the least...disharmony in the kingdom. Maybe they will take his offer up on bird flu ultimatum? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
george Posted October 1, 2004 Author Share Posted October 1, 2004 Thaksin- interesting to say the least...disharmony in kingdom. Thaivisa Quote of the Day! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard W Posted October 1, 2004 Share Posted October 1, 2004 Wouldn't a coup be unconstitutional, but then again TIT. Might be, but it does happen from time to time. can get bloody, rememer 1991. I don't remember any bloodshed until General Suchinda decided he wanted to be prime minister. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dr_Pat_Pong Posted October 2, 2004 Share Posted October 2, 2004 Wouldn't a coup be unconstitutional, but then again TIT. Might be, but it does happen from time to time. can get bloody, rememer 1991. I don't remember any bloodshed until General Suchinda decided he wanted to be prime minister. in May 1992. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goat Roper Posted October 2, 2004 Share Posted October 2, 2004 Wouldn't a coup be unconstitutional, but then again TIT. Might be, but it does happen from time to time. can get bloody, rememer 1991. Indeed I do remember "91 Astral, I was here in 1973 as well but I thought there was something written into the "new" contsitution that stated it was unconstitutional for anyone to stage a coup against the government. I realize the current govenment uses this 'new' constitution for toilet paper but for the masses does it mean anything or even apply? You are correct, TIT and anything can happen and it can get bloody. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phormio Posted October 2, 2004 Share Posted October 2, 2004 Wouldn't a coup be unconstitutional, but then again TIT. Might be, but it does happen from time to time. can get bloody, rememer 1991. I don't remember any bloodshed until General Suchinda decided he wanted to be prime minister. in May 1992. my wife was there playing pop-up target in sanam lanang Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dr_Pat_Pong Posted October 2, 2004 Share Posted October 2, 2004 Then your wife can tell 'em that that 1991 coup was virtually bloodless ( certainly in comparison to 1992 ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goat Roper Posted October 2, 2004 Share Posted October 2, 2004 The battle began in "91, finished in "92 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
britmaveric Posted October 2, 2004 Share Posted October 2, 2004 Thaivisa Quote of the Day! Cheers George- mainly being flippant! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thaigene2 Posted October 2, 2004 Share Posted October 2, 2004 Oh, of course! An honorable and rich Thai carrying the sword (or is it shield) of Damacles is waiting to lead the charge down Rajadamnoen to avenge the alleged manipulation of a Thai bank stock by senior TRT politicians! I laughed, I cried at the honor of those well-healed Thai(??, yeah well only sort of )who are waiting in the wings to sweep to power under the guise of fighting for their poor countrymen in Issan and the North. Never happen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thaiwing Posted October 3, 2004 Share Posted October 3, 2004 Can't anyone keep a secret in this country or what ! He is not sleeping well lately, I'm sure of that.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dr_Pat_Pong Posted October 3, 2004 Share Posted October 3, 2004 Can't anyone keep a secret in this country or what !He is not sleeping well lately, I'm sure of that.... My bet is no coup at all. 20 to one against...what is your offer to bet ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phormio Posted October 3, 2004 Share Posted October 3, 2004 Then your wife can tell 'em that that 1991 coup was virtually bloodless ( certainly in comparison to 1992 ) We met in Chiang Mai in May 91 , she was at the demonstrations at Sanam Luang(spelling?) in May of 92, when the bullets went flying (sparked by agents provocatuers?). Didn't know bout the 91 political stuff - just remember late 91 things were brewing for a showdown(I was in the ROK at this time). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thaiwing Posted October 4, 2004 Share Posted October 4, 2004 My bet is no coup at all. 20 to one against...what is your offer to bet ? don't ask me to gamble my life away. I would not bet as can not - re-coup - , can loose sleep over bad social behaviour. Not a gambler - but maybe 365/24 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dr_Pat_Pong Posted October 4, 2004 Share Posted October 4, 2004 My bet is no coup at all. 20 to one against...what is your offer to bet ?don't ask me to gamble my life away. I would not bet as can not - re-coup - , can loose sleep over bad social behaviour. Not a gambler - but maybe 365/24 There's no compulsion to bet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
penzman Posted October 4, 2004 Share Posted October 4, 2004 Isn`t this some strategy for TRT`s popularity , once more, like the football team and etc.? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dr_Pat_Pong Posted October 4, 2004 Share Posted October 4, 2004 The battle began in "91, finished in "92 It certainly did but the real strife was in May 1992. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goat Roper Posted October 4, 2004 Share Posted October 4, 2004 The battle began in "91, finished in "92 It certainly did but the real strife was in May 1992. You are correct, '92 was the begining of the end.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dr_Pat_Pong Posted October 4, 2004 Share Posted October 4, 2004 The battle began in "91, finished in "92 It certainly did but the real strife was in May 1992. You are correct, '92 was the begining of the end.. I put it badly. Sorry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goat Roper Posted October 4, 2004 Share Posted October 4, 2004 The battle began in "91, finished in "92 It certainly did but the real strife was in May 1992. You are correct, '92 was the begining of the end.. I put it badly. Sorry. You are a gentleman, you were correct in the first place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillyZ Posted October 4, 2004 Share Posted October 4, 2004 It will be interesting to see if any of these military guys who are close to the guy in the UK start dying for some reason. Taksin could flippantly remark that it was either bird/pig/dog/human flu or that they were drug dealers and dealt with accordingly..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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