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Military Coup in the offing
Panlop: Military coup possible
WASSANA NANUAM A military coup may be unavoidable if Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra refuses to budge and political instability persists much longer, said Panlop Pinmanee, deputy chief of the Internal Security Operations Command (Isoc). Gen Panlop predicted political turmoil if Mr Thaksin clings to his seat. Uncontrollable tension could necessitate a military revolt to restore national calm, he said. Gen Panlop was a key figure in Class 7 of the Chulachomklao Royal Military Academy, whose young turks staged an abortive coup in 1981. A coup will be motivated not by the desire to overthrow Mr Thaksin or his opponents, said Gen Panlop. He believed the soldiers would not want to see protracted turmoil threaten national security. The coup may not happen any time soon. "Certainly not today," the general said, commenting on the likelihood of the anti-Thaksin rally at Sanam Luang providing the pretext for a revolt. Gen Panlop said, however, that a coup would not be easy to organise considering that Mr Thaksin's friends in the armed forces almost monopolise the power to authorise military deployment. "When the country is in a shambles, I trust the soldiers will act professionally and not become the personal protector of the prime minister or the government," he said. The Isoc deputy commander praised army chief Sonthi Boonyaratglin for serving the country well, although some are wondering where his loyalty lies. A source, however, said Gen Sonthi has been perceived as taking Mr Thaksin's side. He is often seen at social gatherings organised in Mr Thaksin's honour and plays golf with the prime minister. He and other armed forces leaders reportedly made a pact to meet Mr Thaksin regularly. But a source in the armed forces said that even if Gen Sonthi agreed to a "military intervention" the success of a coup could not be guaranteed. The army units backing him are special warfare soldiers, most of whom have now been redeployed as reinforcements fighting separatist insurgents in the deep South. The power to mobilise personnel is primarily in the hands of Mr Thaksin's classmates at the Armed Forces Preparatory School, the source said. "There's no way Gen Sonthi's strength alone will get the job done," he said. None of the close aides of Privy Council chairman Prem Tinsulanonda are in key military positions able to call the rank and file to arms. Gen Panlop said Mr Thaksin should stand down because there have been too many questions raised about his suitability as leader. |
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none wrote: Panlop: Military coup possible WASSANA NANUAM A military coup may be unavoidable if Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra refuses to budge and political instability persists much longer, said Panlop Pinmanee, deputy chief of the Internal Security Operations Command (Isoc). -------------- My hope is the military will just stay out of this. Soldiers should remain soldiers; nobody has voted them into office and they should stay out. Wakalukong |
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Military Coup in the offing
"none" wrote in message oups.com... Panlop: Military coup possible WASSANA NANUAM A military coup may be unavoidable if Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra refuses to budge and political instability persists much longer, said Panlop Pinmanee, deputy chief of the Internal Security Operations Command (Isoc). Gen Panlop predicted political turmoil if Mr Thaksin clings to his seat. Uncontrollable tension could necessitate a military revolt to restore national calm, he said. Gen Panlop was a key figure in Class 7 of the Chulachomklao Royal Military Academy, whose young turks staged an abortive coup in 1981. A coup will be motivated not by the desire to overthrow Mr Thaksin or his opponents, said Gen Panlop. He believed the soldiers would not want to see protracted turmoil threaten national security. The coup may not happen any time soon. "Certainly not today," the general said, commenting on the likelihood of the anti-Thaksin rally at Sanam Luang providing the pretext for a revolt. Gen Panlop said, however, that a coup would not be easy to organise considering that Mr Thaksin's friends in the armed forces almost monopolise the power to authorise military deployment. "When the country is in a shambles, I trust the soldiers will act professionally and not become the personal protector of the prime minister or the government," he said. What? It's the soldiers' professional responsibility to protect the elected government and PM!!! Not to side with the mobs of unruly and violent protestors. |
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Military Coup in the offing
Hang that Sondhi Limthongkul and solve the problem. Thaksin is an elected leader of the country.
Sondhi should not fight like a gangster outside the parliament or court if he believe in democracy and rule of law Gen Panlop should be sacked. Instead of talking nonsense, he should be making sure no riot is allowed. "none" wrote in message oups.com... Panlop: Military coup possible WASSANA NANUAM A military coup may be unavoidable if Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra refuses to budge and political instability persists much longer, said Panlop Pinmanee, deputy chief of the Internal Security Operations Command (Isoc). Gen Panlop predicted political turmoil if Mr Thaksin clings to his seat. Uncontrollable tension could necessitate a military revolt to restore national calm, he said. Gen Panlop was a key figure in Class 7 of the Chulachomklao Royal Military Academy, whose young turks staged an abortive coup in 1981. A coup will be motivated not by the desire to overthrow Mr Thaksin or his opponents, said Gen Panlop. He believed the soldiers would not want to see protracted turmoil threaten national security. The coup may not happen any time soon. "Certainly not today," the general said, commenting on the likelihood of the anti-Thaksin rally at Sanam Luang providing the pretext for a revolt. Gen Panlop said, however, that a coup would not be easy to organise considering that Mr Thaksin's friends in the armed forces almost monopolise the power to authorise military deployment. "When the country is in a shambles, I trust the soldiers will act professionally and not become the personal protector of the prime minister or the government," he said. The Isoc deputy commander praised army chief Sonthi Boonyaratglin for serving the country well, although some are wondering where his loyalty lies. A source, however, said Gen Sonthi has been perceived as taking Mr Thaksin's side. He is often seen at social gatherings organised in Mr Thaksin's honour and plays golf with the prime minister. He and other armed forces leaders reportedly made a pact to meet Mr Thaksin regularly. But a source in the armed forces said that even if Gen Sonthi agreed to a "military intervention" the success of a coup could not be guaranteed. The army units backing him are special warfare soldiers, most of whom have now been redeployed as reinforcements fighting separatist insurgents in the deep South. The power to mobilise personnel is primarily in the hands of Mr Thaksin's classmates at the Armed Forces Preparatory School, the source said. "There's no way Gen Sonthi's strength alone will get the job done," he said. None of the close aides of Privy Council chairman Prem Tinsulanonda are in key military positions able to call the rank and file to arms. Gen Panlop said Mr Thaksin should stand down because there have been too many questions raised about his suitability as leader. |
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This is democracy in action, where the public can force government change through political protest, in this case lead by Sonthi. The rule of law is what has been called into question by Thaksin's alleged despotism. A coup is inappropriate - public pressure and political action according to the constitution might be a little slow but it is the right way.
"....lobert...." wrote in message ... Hang that Sondhi Limthongkul and solve the problem. Thaksin is an elected leader of the country. Sondhi should not fight like a gangster outside the parliament or court if he believe in democracy and rule of law Gen Panlop should be sacked. Instead of talking nonsense, he should be making sure no riot is allowed. |
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Military Coup in the offing
Then stand for election and not to fight like gangster outside parliament! This is not democracy! See how the people fight against their presidents in US - Nixon and Clinton, they used the constitutional way.
"My Hobby" wrote in message ... This is democracy in action, where the public can force government change through political protest, in this case lead by Sonthi. The rule of law is what has been called into question by Thaksin's alleged despotism. A coup is inappropriate - public pressure and political action according to the constitution might be a little slow but it is the right way. "....lobert...." wrote in message ... Hang that Sondhi Limthongkul and solve the problem. Thaksin is an elected leader of the country. Sondhi should not fight like a gangster outside the parliament or court if he believe in democracy and rule of law Gen Panlop should be sacked. Instead of talking nonsense, he should be making sure no riot is allowed. |
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.....lobert.... wrote: Hang that Sondhi Limthongkul and solve the problem. Thaksin is an elected leader of the country. Sondhi should not fight like a gangster outside the parliament or court if he believe in democracy and rule of law Gen Panlop should be sacked. Instead of talking nonsense, he should be making sure no riot is allowed. Li'le Lobert: 1) where awas any mob? 2) ever did hear of democracy? Now go back to Sillypore, clear that you donno **** about democracy! |
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Touche' wrote: sanipped What? It's the soldiers' professional responsibility to protect the elected government and PM!!! Not to side with the mobs of unruly and violent protestors. Li'le Chinese from malaysia: 1) where awas any mob? 2) ever did hear of democracy? Now go back to Mahatir Country, clear that you donno **** about democracy! Reply |
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You know, the thing about this democracy thing is that democracy does not
allow communism and that's undemocratic at all.!!! And if democracy allows communism to stand for elections and communism wins, out goes democracy.!!! "....lobert...." wrote in message ... Then stand for election and not to fight like gangster outside parliament! This is not democracy! See how the people fight against their presidents in US - Nixon and Clinton, they used the constitutional way. "My Hobby" wrote in message ... This is democracy in action, where the public can force government change through political protest, in this case lead by Sonthi. The rule of law is what has been called into question by Thaksin's alleged despotism. A coup is inappropriate - public pressure and political action according to the constitution might be a little slow but it is the right way. "....lobert...." wrote in message ... Hang that Sondhi Limthongkul and solve the problem. Thaksin is an elected leader of the country. Sondhi should not fight like a gangster outside the parliament or court if he believe in democracy and rule of law Gen Panlop should be sacked. Instead of talking nonsense, he should be making sure no riot is allowed. |
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Military Coup in the offing
You sort of miss the point with a new election. His past wrong doings and looting of the country aren't addressed by a new election. He can buy the popular vote but that doesn't make him eligible to hold the position; if a fraction of the allegations are proven he is indeed ineligible. Public protest is an essential part of democracy. That is what drives congresses/parliaments to impeach executive office holders.
"....lobert...." wrote in message ... Then stand for election and not to fight like gangster outside parliament! This is not democracy! See how the people fight against their presidents in US - Nixon and Clinton, they used the constitutional way. "My Hobby" wrote in message ... This is democracy in action, where the public can force government change through political protest, in this case lead by Sonthi. The rule of law is what has been called into question by Thaksin's alleged despotism. A coup is inappropriate - public pressure and political action according to the constitution might be a little slow but it is the right way. "....lobert...." wrote in message ... Hang that Sondhi Limthongkul and solve the problem. Thaksin is an elected leader of the country. Sondhi should not fight like a gangster outside the parliament or court if he believe in democracy and rule of law Gen Panlop should be sacked. Instead of talking nonsense, he should be making sure no riot is allowed. |
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