Thaiger Posted November 22, 2021 #110183 Share Posted November 22, 2021 The Thai PM, Prayut Chan-o-cha, says it’s not true he’s using the 20-year national strategy as an excuse to cling on to power for up to 20 years. According to a Bangkok Post report, the PM rejected the allegation during a speech at a Thai Chamber of Commerce event yesterday. “Efforts have been made to distort the intention (of the strategy). I insist that I do not want to cling on to power over the next 20 years.” The PM insists the intention of the 20-year strategy is to safeguard Thailand’s future by strengthening national security, improving the country’s competitiveness, […] The story Thai PM denies he’s trying to remain in power for up to 20 years as seen on Thaiger News. Read the full story Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griff1315 Posted November 22, 2021 #110194 Share Posted November 22, 2021 Thai PM denies he’s trying to remain in power for up to 20 years Like an alcoholic denying he wants a drink.... 7 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shade_Wilder Posted November 22, 2021 #110197 Share Posted November 22, 2021 Many people on this Forum seem to think that Prayut is going to be PM for a very long time, but I disagree; I think he'll be out next year. That said, it is extremely possible that someone similar to him will get into power rather than the Thai people's choice getting elected. Why do I think Prayut will be gone? Prayut for 8 years has been truly wonderful if you are part of the Bangkok Elite; the country has been smothered of too much organized dissent, Bangkok priorities have become Thailand's priorities (As I often say, it is no longer "Thailand", but rather "The Country of Bangkok and Surroundings"), and economic opportunities have been granted to Bangkok to the detriment of other places (yes, I mean you, Patts). However, Prayut for 12 years is a different matter; that is too much time to consolidate personal power, to appoint people to key positions whose loyalty is to Prayut personally, and too much of an opportunity for Prayut and his clique to amass wealth and thus power. Simply put, Prayut is the 'Help', and it wouldn't do for the 'Help' to get ideas above their station. There is also the matter of Thais rotating Leadership positions; there are many out there who have been waiting patiently for 8 years who would not be happy being told to wait longer. Remember the turnover as Head of the Army; every 1-2 years. Remember the Head of Police; every 1-2 years, etc. etc. etc. If people aren't given opportunities for power, they'll be pissed and might try to do something about it. Next, no one can plausibly argue that he has done a good job in dealing with Covid, and while I know the dissent has been 'behind closed doors', it is not realistic to think that the dissent hasn't been there. Thais like to cast blame, and it is easier to assign blame to Prayut than appoint some other 'patsy' to take a fall later. Finally, while some might think it is wonderful to be PM and/or a Cabinet Minister, the truth is that it is damn hard work with long hours; the Leadership triumvirate has been in office for almost 8 years and are old, arguing internally and tired. No, they won't say it, but it's got to be a concern. It is time for new blood and those that choose leaders know this. There are (many) other reasons, but the case for Prayut being removed (with full honours) is, I think, stronger than the value of having him remain, so he'll be retired and appointed to some other position. And, there will be an attempt to install a successor who will follow similar policies (I'll refrain from too much more speculation). In a perfect world, next year Thailand will have a clean, free and fair election so that the Thai people will select their next PM. I'll try to remain optimistic that that will occur. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haole.TH Posted November 22, 2021 #110221 Share Posted November 22, 2021 @Shade_Wilder Finally, while some might think it is wonderful to be PM and/or a Cabinet Minister, the truth is that it is damn hard work with long hours; the Leadership triumvirate has been in office for almost 8 years and are old, arguing internally and tired. You make it sound so horrible for Prayuth ... how much money has he made? How little has he done for Thailand as a whole, not just the Bangkok elite ... All while overthrowing an elected gov. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr.Sivada Posted November 22, 2021 #110235 Share Posted November 22, 2021 Doesn’t matter. Even if Prayut’s gone in a few years, there will just be another clown to take over the position: same same but different. Get real, who is naive enough to think any real change will ever happen in the land of corruption and deception? 555 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob20 Posted November 22, 2021 #110253 Share Posted November 22, 2021 Maybe 20 was a typo and he meant 24? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeW Posted November 22, 2021 #110271 Share Posted November 22, 2021 1 hour ago, Shade_Wilder said: Many people on this Forum seem to think that Prayut is going to be PM for a very long time, but I disagree; I think he'll be out next year. That said, it is extremely possible that someone similar to him will get into power rather than the Thai people's choice getting elected. Why do I think Prayut will be gone? Prayut for 8 years has been truly wonderful if you are part of the Bangkok Elite; the country has been smothered of too much organized dissent, Bangkok priorities have become Thailand's priorities (As I often say, it is no longer "Thailand", but rather "The Country of Bangkok and Surroundings"), and economic opportunities have been granted to Bangkok to the detriment of other places (yes, I mean you, Patts). However, Prayut for 12 years is a different matter; that is too much time to consolidate personal power, to appoint people to key positions whose loyalty is to Prayut personally, and too much of an opportunity for Prayut and his clique to amass wealth and thus power. Simply put, Prayut is the 'Help', and it wouldn't do for the 'Help' to get ideas above their station. There is also the matter of Thais rotating Leadership positions; there are many out there who have been waiting patiently for 8 years who would not be happy being told to wait longer. Remember the turnover as Head of the Army; every 1-2 years. Remember the Head of Police; every 1-2 years, etc. etc. etc. If people aren't given opportunities for power, they'll be pissed and might try to do something about it. Next, no one can plausibly argue that he has done a good job in dealing with Covid, and while I know the dissent has been 'behind closed doors', it is not realistic to think that the dissent hasn't been there. Thais like to cast blame, and it is easier to assign blame to Prayut than appoint some other 'patsy' to take a fall later. Finally, while some might think it is wonderful to be PM and/or a Cabinet Minister, the truth is that it is damn hard work with long hours; the Leadership triumvirate has been in office for almost 8 years and are old, arguing internally and tired. No, they won't say it, but it's got to be a concern. It is time for new blood and those that choose leaders know this. There are (many) other reasons, but the case for Prayut being removed (with full honours) is, I think, stronger than the value of having him remain, so he'll be retired and appointed to some other position. And, there will be an attempt to install a successor who will follow similar policies (I'll refrain from too much more speculation). In a perfect world, next year Thailand will have a clean, free and fair election so that the Thai people will select their next PM. I'll try to remain optimistic that that will occur. And government busses won't be spewing black smoke and there won't be any pm2.5 wishful thinking 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griff1315 Posted November 22, 2021 #110273 Share Posted November 22, 2021 26 minutes ago, Bob20 said: Maybe 20 was a typo and he meant 24? Life time leader like his good pal Xi Jinping.... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stardust Posted November 22, 2021 #110284 Share Posted November 22, 2021 Like he denied before the coup there will be no coup? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stonker Posted November 22, 2021 #110290 Share Posted November 22, 2021 2 hours ago, Shade_Wilder said: Many people on this Forum seem to think that Prayut is going to be PM for a very long time, but I disagree; I think he'll be out next year. That said, it is extremely possible that someone similar to him will get into power rather than the Thai people's choice getting elected. Why do I think Prayut will be gone? Prayut for 8 years has been truly wonderful if you are part of the Bangkok Elite; the country has been smothered of too much organized dissent, Bangkok priorities have become Thailand's priorities (As I often say, it is no longer "Thailand", but rather "The Country of Bangkok and Surroundings"), and economic opportunities have been granted to Bangkok to the detriment of other places (yes, I mean you, Patts). However, Prayut for 12 years is a different matter; that is too much time to consolidate personal power, to appoint people to key positions whose loyalty is to Prayut personally, and too much of an opportunity for Prayut and his clique to amass wealth and thus power. Simply put, Prayut is the 'Help', and it wouldn't do for the 'Help' to get ideas above their station. There is also the matter of Thais rotating Leadership positions; there are many out there who have been waiting patiently for 8 years who would not be happy being told to wait longer. Remember the turnover as Head of the Army; every 1-2 years. Remember the Head of Police; every 1-2 years, etc. etc. etc. If people aren't given opportunities for power, they'll be pissed and might try to do something about it. Next, no one can plausibly argue that he has done a good job in dealing with Covid, and while I know the dissent has been 'behind closed doors', it is not realistic to think that the dissent hasn't been there. Thais like to cast blame, and it is easier to assign blame to Prayut than appoint some other 'patsy' to take a fall later. Finally, while some might think it is wonderful to be PM and/or a Cabinet Minister, the truth is that it is damn hard work with long hours; the Leadership triumvirate has been in office for almost 8 years and are old, arguing internally and tired. No, they won't say it, but it's got to be a concern. It is time for new blood and those that choose leaders know this. There are (many) other reasons, but the case for Prayut being removed (with full honours) is, I think, stronger than the value of having him remain, so he'll be retired and appointed to some other position. And, there will be an attempt to install a successor who will follow similar policies (I'll refrain from too much more speculation). In a perfect world, next year Thailand will have a clean, free and fair election so that the Thai people will select their next PM. I'll try to remain optimistic that that will occur. Very well put. He'll be gone, probably to a lifetime position as a Privy Councillor like others before him, but his legacy will continue as others pull the strings - and the competition for who'll be pulling the strings is wide open but clear for all to see. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dedinbed Posted November 22, 2021 #110302 Share Posted November 22, 2021 4 hours ago, Thaiger said: an excuse to cling on to power for up to 20 years. Prayut walks into Doc Yong's office wearing nothing but cling film and Doc Yong says " I can clearly see your nuts " .. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HolyCowCm Posted November 22, 2021 #110304 Share Posted November 22, 2021 Could be there will be a swing for like XI is now doing, Putin already did, and everyone's favorite Cambodia's Hun Sen for how long now? all in the sense of N a tional sec urity... In the end, he and toad boy will be uplifted to just sitting on a certain council from where the real shots are called, so it goes deeper then just this. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BJoe Posted November 26, 2021 #113468 Share Posted November 26, 2021 “Frankly Scarlett, who gives a damn”. The WEALTHY will always retain power because of the endemic corruption strangling this country, and an army in the pocket of “him” to rectify any democratic process. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gummy Posted November 27, 2021 #113493 Share Posted November 27, 2021 3 hours ago, BJoe said: “Frankly Scarlett, who gives a damn”. The WEALTHY will always retain power because of the endemic corruption strangling this country, and an army in the pocket of “him” to rectify any democratic process. Too true unless someone cuts the head off the snake nothing will change. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HiuMak Posted November 27, 2021 #113502 Share Posted November 27, 2021 Without him the political arena in Thailand will be so boring. He always puts a smile to me when he is on the news. He never fails to amuse. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bluesofa Posted November 27, 2021 #113506 Share Posted November 27, 2021 On 11/22/2021 at 9:09 AM, Thaiger said: Thai PM denies he’s trying to remain in power for up to 20 years It's been nearly a week since our illustrious leader denied it. Going on previous issues when he's denied things then they've become government policy, isn't it about time he announced he is planning to remain in power? Mind you, four years ago he said the Bangkok - Korat section of the high speed railway would be 'up and running' by 2021'. Only a month to go folks. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poohy Posted November 27, 2021 #113509 Share Posted November 27, 2021 Prayuth is merely the monkey its the organ grinder(s?) that have to be got rid of 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bluesofa Posted November 27, 2021 #113514 Share Posted November 27, 2021 8 minutes ago, poohy said: Prayuth is merely the monkey its the organ grinder(s?) that have to be got rid of Are we allowed to mention who? 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
poohy Posted November 27, 2021 #113534 Share Posted November 27, 2021 13 minutes ago, Bluesofa said: Are we allowed to mention who? Evidently not a good idea, well Not unless you want an altercation with a baseball bat wielding eastern European hitman in a dark alley 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bluesofa Posted November 27, 2021 #113541 Share Posted November 27, 2021 3 minutes ago, poohy said: Evidently not a good idea, well Not unless you want an altercation with a baseball bat wielding eastern European hitman in a dark alley I hadn't realised the Albanians were involved in this? 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeW Posted November 27, 2021 #113688 Share Posted November 27, 2021 3 hours ago, Bluesofa said: Are we allowed to mention who? He might be partying with the red bull kid in Austria 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bluesofa Posted November 27, 2021 #113694 Share Posted November 27, 2021 3 minutes ago, MikeW said: He might be partying with the red bull kid in Austria Ah, Mr Rumbold. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dedinbed Posted November 27, 2021 #113773 Share Posted November 27, 2021 4 hours ago, Bluesofa said: Are we allowed to mention who? Should be fine , the world health org are in the news a lot lately .. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rain Posted November 27, 2021 #114007 Share Posted November 27, 2021 On 11/21/2021 at 7:05 PM, Shade_Wilder said: Many people on this Forum seem to think that Prayut is going to be PM for a very long time, but I disagree; I think he'll be out next year. That said, it is extremely possible that someone similar to him will get into power rather than the Thai people's choice getting elected. Why do I think Prayut will be gone? Prayut for 8 years has been truly wonderful if you are part of the Bangkok Elite; the country has been smothered of too much organized dissent, Bangkok priorities have become Thailand's priorities (As I often say, it is no longer "Thailand", but rather "The Country of Bangkok and Surroundings"), and economic opportunities have been granted to Bangkok to the detriment of other places (yes, I mean you, Patts). However, Prayut for 12 years is a different matter; that is too much time to consolidate personal power, to appoint people to key positions whose loyalty is to Prayut personally, and too much of an opportunity for Prayut and his clique to amass wealth and thus power. Simply put, Prayut is the 'Help', and it wouldn't do for the 'Help' to get ideas above their station. There is also the matter of Thais rotating Leadership positions; there are many out there who have been waiting patiently for 8 years who would not be happy being told to wait longer. Remember the turnover as Head of the Army; every 1-2 years. Remember the Head of Police; every 1-2 years, etc. etc. etc. If people aren't given opportunities for power, they'll be pissed and might try to do something about it. Next, no one can plausibly argue that he has done a good job in dealing with Covid, and while I know the dissent has been 'behind closed doors', it is not realistic to think that the dissent hasn't been there. Thais like to cast blame, and it is easier to assign blame to Prayut than appoint some other 'patsy' to take a fall later. Finally, while some might think it is wonderful to be PM and/or a Cabinet Minister, the truth is that it is damn hard work with long hours; the Leadership triumvirate has been in office for almost 8 years and are old, arguing internally and tired. No, they won't say it, but it's got to be a concern. It is time for new blood and those that choose leaders know this. There are (many) other reasons, but the case for Prayut being removed (with full honours) is, I think, stronger than the value of having him remain, so he'll be retired and appointed to some other position. And, there will be an attempt to install a successor who will follow similar policies (I'll refrain from too much more speculation). In a perfect world, next year Thailand will have a clean, free and fair election so that the Thai people will select their next PM. I'll try to remain optimistic that that will occur. Aside from all this pertinent commentary, many require a decent brushing up on real contemporary Thai history.....as such tends to repeat itself in the most dubious manner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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