With less money, Thaksin lives a costly life abroad
Thaksin was complaining that living a life in exile was costly, about US$4-US$5 million a year.
Thaksin Shinawatra was staying at one of the 5-star hotels in Dubai on January 15, 2009 when he was interviewed by Noji Shibata, branch manager of Asahi Newspaper's Southeast Asian Branch. It was a hotel suite, which cost about US$500 a night. But the hotel is not one of the best over there.
Thaksin told the Japanese journalist that he is looking for a new source of income almost every day in order to cover the expenses. He explained that he had to sell Man City Football club for the same reason.
Thaksin expected that Pheu Thai Party would keep on supporting him but he said it was not possible for him to give any financial support to the party under current atmosphere.
The interview was published in Asahi Newspaper on January 17, 2009 in its international news section.
In this interview, Thaksin repeated several times that his financial position is in difficult condition so that he is not able to give any financial support to his supporters or Pheu Thai Party at this moment.
Excerpts of the interview, which represented Thaksin's first contact to Japanese media since he left Bangkok in August last year, are as follows:
S: What is the main reason forcing you to face this difficult situation? Was it because you sold your (Shin Corp) shares without paying any tax?
T : That was not main reason, I believe. In fact, it was not possible for me to pay tax according to the law at that time. It is true that this matter gave some impact to activate anti-Thaksin camp at that time. But there were some underground work to put label of "lese majeste" on me by some group of people since the time I was in peak of my status as PM of Thailand. Actually, I respect Thai Monarch much more than any other people but it seems there were some misunderstandings among group of advisors to our king.
S : What is your opinion of the new government?
T : Democrats got their power of majority by receiving support from the courts, the army and the Privy Council. They keep on asking me to stay away from Thai politics simply because they are not confident to win their power if I am still involved in politics. I believe it is the Army and the Privy Council who must stay away from politics.
S : Are you still willing to fight?
T : I will be 60 years old in July this year. I would rather prefer to have a peaceful life and wishing to see reconciliation of Thai people. However, there has been no approach from the government or the anti-Thaksin camps asking for any talks with me. I cannot die without proving my justice. I trust my supporters will keep on fighting against them even after my life ends here.
S : Tell me something about the main figures of anti-Thaksin camp.
T : Sondhi (Limthongkul), one of the PAD leaders is a puppet of anti-Thaksin force. He used to be one of my major supporters when I was PM in the early days. He told me that he would like to own a TV station but I told him it would be difficult because of the law. This was the reason why he suddenly turned himself to the enemy's side. It was really big mistake that I offered top position of Army to Gen Sonthi (Boonyaratglin), who lead the coup in 2006. I should not have chosen him as the top commander. It was my big mistake in my life. Gen Anupong (Paochinda, the current armuy chief) is also one of the puppets like Gen Sonthi.
S : Do you regret your decision to become politician?
T : Yes, certainly I do. Maybe I am being punished for something I did in my former life...You see, I lost my money and assets. Politic is a job which must be handled by "Doraemon" not by "Nobita"...
Source: The Nation 2009-01-22
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With Less Money, Thaksin Lives A Costly Life Abroad
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Senior Member Posted 2009-01-22 16:02:23
4-5 million USD a year!! fcuker doesnt even know he's born, perhaps a trip to Sudan might help him put things into perspective......
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Super Member Posted 2009-01-22 16:03:21
He could save a lot on his expenses by coming back and serving his prison sentence. Both the accommodation and food would be free.
#4
Titanium Member Posted 2009-01-22 16:07:23  Zero point zero sympathy here. Maybe he should try living in the same standard as his loyal supporters in the red corner. 
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Senior Member Posted 2009-01-22 16:08:38
This is a media disinformation:
no name of the Japanese journalist no name of the journal where him work. no name of the hotel were him stay. I dont like polics and i dont care but if they lie ...they lie. Incredible. #6
Libertarian Member Posted 2009-01-22 16:12:23
The interview was published in Asahi Newspaper on January 17, 2009 in its international news section. no name of the Japanese journalist no name of the journal where him work. no name of the hotel were him stay. I dont like polics and i dont care but if they lie ...they lie. Incredible. Go on, read the magazine and find out? Unless you are saying that the Japanese journalist would be lying too... Edited by TAWP, 2009-01-22 16:13:32. #7
Super Member Posted 2009-01-22 16:22:12
This is a media disinformation: no name of the Japanese journalist Noji Shibata no name of the journal where him work. Asahi Newspaper's Southeast Asian Branch no name of the hotel were him stay. I dont like polics and i dont care but if they lie ...they lie. Incredible. Learn to read before you post  / Priceless #8
Senior Member Posted 2009-01-22 16:43:31
A branch manager of Asahi Newspaper's Southeast Asian Branch live in dubai or do the journalist in dubai?
Is dubai in Southeast Asia? No news about that here: http://www.gulfnews....home/index.html, possible? find this news in Asahi Newspaper's for me http://sitesearch.as...h/sitesearch.pl this is the result: EDITORIAL: New Thai prime minister 2008-12-17 該当ページのディレクトリ home ENGLISH 該当記事 ... The nation's political pendulum on Monday swung against forces loyal to former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra. After ... 1990s. These years have been characterized by a bitter political struggle between the pro-Thaksin and anti-Thaksin forces ... URL http://www.asahi.com/english/Herald-asahi/...0812170059.html EDITORIAL: Political crisis in Thailand 2008-12-04 該当ページのディレクトリ home ENGLISH 該当記事 ... The Constitutional Court's ruling Tuesday was rendered against a backdrop of popular disaffection with the government dating back to former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra's era. ... After fleeing overseas, Thaksin was found guilty of corruption ... URL http://www.asahi.com/english/Herald-asahi/...0812040053.html asahi.com：一口メモ - Asahi Weekly 2008-03-26 該当ページのディレクトリ home ENGLISH 該当記事 ... タイのタクシン首相の「代理人」を公言し、新首相に選出された国民の力党のサマック 党首について専門家の意見をAP 通信が“Analysts say his political fortunes will wax or wane in line with those of Thaksin.” と伝えていた。 ←Back. ... URL http://www.asahi.com...memo080326.html asahi.com：ひとくちメモ - Asahi Weekly 2006-10-01 該当ページのディレクトリ home ENGLISH 該当記事 ... better を用いる。「タイ愛国党 (TRT)」が首都で弱いのは、党ではなく党首に原因があることを Bangkok Post は TRT's weakness in the capital can be better attributed to voter dissatisfaction with the party leader Thaksin Shinawatra than the party ... URL http://www.asahi.com...memo061001.html asahi.com : Dispatches from AAN - Asia Network - ENGLISH 2008-02-15 該当ページのディレクトリ home English Asahi Weekly 該当記事 ... tension between China and Taiwan. In Thailand, the People Power Party, which is pro-former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra, who was ousted in a coup in September 2006, won the general election recently. Yet Thailand's political climate ... URL http://www.asahi.com/english/asianet/hatsu...atsu080215.html asahi.com : English 2004-12-30 該当ページのディレクトリ home ENGLISH 該当記事 ... with the people in Aceh. In southern Thailand, Muslims who have hitherto been enraged by the repressive crackdown of Prime Minister Thaksin, have softened their stance as the nation enters 5 days of national mourning. But will the surging sympathy ... URL http://www.asahi.com...eng_041230.html asahi.com : English 2003-11-24 該当ページのディレクトリ home ENGLISH 該当記事 ... Though Taiwan still made necessary protest to China's nuance in demanding change on already agreed upon seating arrangement for leaders to prevent Taiwan's Lee Yuan-Tseh from sitting right next to the Thai host, Prime Minister Thaksin at the ... URL http://www.asahi.com...eng_031124.html This story is not in their archive. Sorry i mean the name of the real journalist and the real news agency that make this interview. Learn to use SEARCH before you post / Priceless ciao Edited by oceano, 2009-01-22 16:48:24. #9
Member Posted 2009-01-22 17:01:18
This is a media disinformation: no name of the Japanese journalist no name of the journal where him work. no name of the hotel were him stay. I dont like polics and i dont care but if they lie ...they lie. Incredible. #10
Super Member Posted 2009-01-22 17:11:41
A branch manager of Asahi Newspaper's Southeast Asian Branch live in dubai or do the journalist in dubai? Is dubai in Southeast Asia? No news about that here: [...] This story is not in their archive. Sorry i mean the name of the real journalist and the real news agency that make this interview. Learn to use SEARCH before you post / Priceless ciao I have no idea about the Asahi Newspaper's policies concerning what they publish in English on their website, and I cannot read Japanese. What I pointed out was that, in contradiction of your earlier post, the journalist's name was given (Noji Shibata), the newspaper was identified (Asahi Newspaper) and, in actual fact, the publishing date was also given (January 17, 2009) so you needn't have searched the newspaper archive back to 2003. I can only imagine that the newspaper sent their South East Asian bureau chief to Dubai to interview Thaksin. This does not seem unreasonable for a newspaper with a circulation in excess of 8 million copies. They probably wanted the interview to be conducted by somebody familiar with the Thai political situation, rather than by somebody stationed in the Middle East. Just guessing / Priceless #11
Senior Member Posted 2009-01-22 17:13:53
A branch manager of Asahi Newspaper's Southeast Asian Branch live in dubai or do the journalist in dubai? Is dubai in Southeast Asia? No news about that here: http://www.gulfnews....home/index.html, possible? find this news in Asahi Newspaper's for me http://sitesearch.as...h/sitesearch.pl this is the result: EDITORIAL: New Thai prime minister 2008-12-17 該当ページのディレクトリ home ENGLISH 該当記事 ... The nation's political pendulum on Monday swung against forces loyal to former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra. After ... 1990s. These years have been characterized by a bitter political struggle between the pro-Thaksin and anti-Thaksin forces ... URL http://www.asahi.com/english/Herald-asahi/...0812170059.html EDITORIAL: Political crisis in Thailand 2008-12-04 該当ページのディレクトリ home ENGLISH 該当記事 ... The Constitutional Court's ruling Tuesday was rendered against a backdrop of popular disaffection with the government dating back to former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra's era. ... After fleeing overseas, Thaksin was found guilty of corruption ... URL http://www.asahi.com/english/Herald-asahi/...0812040053.html asahi.com：一口メモ - Asahi Weekly 2008-03-26 該当ページのディレクトリ home ENGLISH 該当記事 ... タイのタクシン首相の「代理人」を公言し、新首相に選出された国民の力党のサマック 党首について専門家の意見をAP 通信が"Analysts say his political fortunes will wax or wane in line with those of Thaksin." と伝えていた。 ←Back. ... URL http://www.asahi.com...memo080326.html asahi.com：ひとくちメモ - Asahi Weekly 2006-10-01 該当ページのディレクトリ home ENGLISH 該当記事 ... better を用いる。「タイ愛国党 (TRT)」が首都で弱いのは、党ではなく党首に原因があることを Bangkok Post は TRT's weakness in the capital can be better attributed to voter dissatisfaction with the party leader Thaksin Shinawatra than the party ... URL http://www.asahi.com...memo061001.html asahi.com : Dispatches from AAN - Asia Network - ENGLISH 2008-02-15 該当ページのディレクトリ home English Asahi Weekly 該当記事 ... tension between China and Taiwan. In Thailand, the People Power Party, which is pro-former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra, who was ousted in a coup in September 2006, won the general election recently. Yet Thailand's political climate ... URL http://www.asahi.com/english/asianet/hatsu...atsu080215.html asahi.com : English 2004-12-30 該当ページのディレクトリ home ENGLISH 該当記事 ... with the people in Aceh. In southern Thailand, Muslims who have hitherto been enraged by the repressive crackdown of Prime Minister Thaksin, have softened their stance as the nation enters 5 days of national mourning. But will the surging sympathy ... URL http://www.asahi.com...eng_041230.html asahi.com : English 2003-11-24 該当ページのディレクトリ home ENGLISH 該当記事 ... Though Taiwan still made necessary protest to China's nuance in demanding change on already agreed upon seating arrangement for leaders to prevent Taiwan's Lee Yuan-Tseh from sitting right next to the Thai host, Prime Minister Thaksin at the ... URL http://www.asahi.com...eng_031124.html This story is not in their archive. Sorry i mean the name of the real journalist and the real news agency that make this interview. Learn to use SEARCH before you post / Priceless ciao C'mon folks! Stop sniping at each other, Taksin is the real enemy, obviously TAWP is a fellow traveller...let Taksin wallow in his own trough...it's obvious that he's the paymaster of the "red shirts"! #12
Senior Member Posted 2009-01-22 17:14:29
My english in not good, some people insult me for that.....everyday.
If they use their good english for find the real news and the fake news like me is better for all. Taksin is in SINGAPORE...use internet dont loose you time whit me. ciao #13
Platinum Member Posted 2009-01-22 17:18:53
With less money, Thaksin lives a costly life abroad Thaksin was complaining that living a life in exile was costly, about US$4-US$5 million a year. Thaksin Shinawatra was staying at one of the 5-star hotels in Dubai on January 15, 2009 when he was interviewed by Noji Shibata, branch manager of Asahi Newspaper's Southeast Asian Branch. It was a hotel suite, which cost about US$500 a night. But the hotel is not one of the best over there. Thaksin told the Japanese journalist that he is looking for a new source of income almost every day in order to cover the expenses. He explained that he had to sell Man City Football club for the same reason. Thaksin expected that Pheu Thai Party would keep on supporting him but he said it was not possible for him to give any financial support to the party under current atmosphere. The interview was published in Asahi Newspaper on January 17, 2009 in its international news section. In this interview, Thaksin repeated several times that his financial position is in difficult condition so that he is not able to give any financial support to his supporters or Pheu Thai Party at this moment. Excerpts of the interview, which represented Thaksin's first contact to Japanese media since he left Bangkok in August last year, are as follows: S: What is the main reason forcing you to face this difficult situation? Was it because you sold your (Shin Corp) shares without paying any tax? T : That was not main reason, I believe. In fact, it was not possible for me to pay tax according to the law at that time. It is true that this matter gave some impact to activate anti-Thaksin camp at that time. But there were some underground work to put label of "lese majeste" on me by some group of people since the time I was in peak of my status as PM of Thailand. Actually, I respect Thai Monarch much more than any other people but it seems there were some misunderstandings among group of advisors to our king. S : What is your opinion of the new government? T : Democrats got their power of majority by receiving support from the courts, the army and the Privy Council. They keep on asking me to stay away from Thai politics simply because they are not confident to win their power if I am still involved in politics. I believe it is the Army and the Privy Council who must stay away from politics. S : Are you still willing to fight? T : I will be 60 years old in July this year. I would rather prefer to have a peaceful life and wishing to see reconciliation of Thai people. However, there has been no approach from the government or the anti-Thaksin camps asking for any talks with me. I cannot die without proving my justice. I trust my supporters will keep on fighting against them even after my life ends here. S : Tell me something about the main figures of anti-Thaksin camp. T : Sondhi (Limthongkul), one of the PAD leaders is a puppet of anti-Thaksin force. He used to be one of my major supporters when I was PM in the early days. He told me that he would like to own a TV station but I told him it would be difficult because of the law. This was the reason why he suddenly turned himself to the enemy's side. It was really big mistake that I offered top position of Army to Gen Sonthi (Boonyaratglin), who lead the coup in 2006. I should not have chosen him as the top commander. It was my big mistake in my life. Gen Anupong (Paochinda, the current armuy chief) is also one of the puppets like Gen Sonthi. S : Do you regret your decision to become politician? T : Yes, certainly I do. Maybe I am being punished for something I did in my former life...You see, I lost my money and assets. Politic is a job which must be handled by "Doraemon" not by "Nobita"... Source: The Nation 2009-01-22 he "couldn't pay taxes as HE changed the laws prior to the sale... Pure bred Taxinista speech all filled with honest mistakes, he hasn't done anything wrong - his past life is the reason why... take this guy for real! Edited by Samuian, 2009-01-22 17:19:57. #14
Libertarian Member Posted 2009-01-22 17:20:11
My english in not good, some people insult me for that.....everyday. If they use their good english for find the real news and the fake news like me is better for all. Taksin is in SINGAPORE...use internet dont loose you time whit me. ciao Are you saying that Thaksin ave been in Singapore for the last week and you have sources that prove that? Bring 'em then? The more accurate info we can get, the better... #15
Senior Member Posted 2009-01-22 17:36:34
My english in not good, some people insult me for that.....everyday. If they use their good english for find the real news and the fake news like me is better for all. Taksin is in SINGAPORE...use internet dont loose you time whit me. ciao Are you saying that Thaksin ave been in Singapore for the last week and you have sources that prove that? Bring 'em then? The more accurate info we can get, the better... many times i see that. Use internet is not only look the 1st page of google..... Also what you think is true in your post before...never had a confirmation but you belive "the nation " like gold... ciao Edited by oceano, 2009-01-22 17:38:58. #16
Super Member Posted 2009-01-22 17:44:58
My english in not good, some people insult me for that.....everyday. If they use their good english for find the real news and the fake news like me is better for all. Taksin is in SINGAPORE...use internet dont loose you time whit me. ciao Are you saying that Thaksin ave been in Singapore for the last week and you have sources that prove that? Bring 'em then? The more accurate info we can get, the better... many times i see that. Use internet is not only look the 1st page of google..... Also what you think is true in your post before...never had a confirmation but you belive "the nation " like gold... Must be true then, people on the internet wouldn't lie. BTW, Thaksin visited Singapore about two years ago (which was after the coup) and it resulted in a bit of a diplomatic row between Thailand and Singapore. Also found that on the internet, so I know it to be true. Edited by OriginalPoster, 2009-01-22 17:50:45. #17
Senior Member Posted 2009-01-22 17:48:39
My english in not good, some people insult me for that.....everyday. If they use their good english for find the real news and the fake news like me is better for all. Taksin is in SINGAPORE...use internet dont loose you time whit me. ciao Are you saying that Thaksin ave been in Singapore for the last week and you have sources that prove that? Bring 'em then? The more accurate info we can get, the better... many times i see that. Use internet is not only look the 1st page of google..... Also what you think is true in your post before...never had a confirmation but you belive "the nation " like gold... Must be true then, people on the internet wouldn't lie. Show to me the news in the japan site...were is it???????????? do you find this journalist or not? i had show to you that is a fake.... what do you want more? take care #18
Super Member Posted 2009-01-22 17:57:37
[quote name='oceano' post='2481844' date='2009-01-22 18:48:39'][quote name='OriginalPoster' post='2481837' date='2009-01-22 17:44:58'][quote name='oceano' post='2481824' date='2009-01-22 18:36:34'][quote name='TAWP' post='2481793' date='2009-01-22 17:20:11'][quote name='oceano' post='2481783' date='2009-01-22 17:14:29']My english in not good, some people insult me for that.....everyday.
If they use their good english for find the real news and the fake news like me is better for all. Taksin is in SINGAPORE...use internet dont loose you time whit me. ciao[/quote] Are you saying that Thaksin ave been in Singapore for the last week and you have sources that prove that? Bring 'em then? The more accurate info we can get, the better... [/quote] my source is irc...internet relay chat...you can find all you want...and beliveme many time they said all the true about something then the newspaper... many times i see that. Use internet is not only look the 1st page of google..... Also what you think is true in your post before...never had a confirmation but you belive "the nation " like gold... [/quote] Must be true then, people on the internet wouldn't lie. [/quote] less then the news paper....so do you find this news somewere or not? Show to me the news in the japan site...were is it???????????? do you find this journalist or not? i had show to you that is a fake.... what do you want more? take care [/quote] Don't know about the Japanese journalist, I was responding to your unsupported claim that Thaksin is in Singapore. Edited by OriginalPoster, 2009-01-22 17:58:08. #19
Star Member Posted 2009-01-22 18:04:04
Oceano searched for articles published in English only, and he only searched for an English spelling of "Thaksin".
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Platinum Member Posted 2009-01-22 18:06:19
Leaving aside where Thaksin was or is right now, that final mention of Doraemon and Nobita suggests that maybe he has so much time on his hands that he whiles it away reading manga comics/watching anime or maybe he just knows/got told how to reach a Japanese audence.......... Either way, some entertaining ironies:
A majority of Doraemon episodes are comedies with moral lessons regarding values such as integrity, perseverance, courage, family and respect for elders. The stories are formulaic, usually focused on the everyday struggles of fourth grader Nobita, the protagonist of the story. In a typical chapter, Nobita comes home crying about a problem he faces in school and/or the local neighborhood. After hearing him out, Doraemon always offers helpful advice to his problem(s), but that's never enough for Nobita, who is consistently looking for the "quick, easy" way out (which offers insight to the viewers as to why Nobita's life turned out the way it did). Finally, after Nobita's pleading and/or goading, Doraemon produces a futuristic gadget out of his aforementioned pouch to help Nobita fix his problem, enact revenge, or flaunt to his friends. Nobita usually goes too far, despite Doraemon's best intentions and warnings, and gets into deeper trouble than before. Sometimes, Nobita's friends (usually Suneo or Jaian) steal the gadgets and end up misusing them. However, by the end of the story, there is usually retribution to the characters who end up misusing them, and a moral is taught. [ http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Doraemon ] Doraemon was sent from the 22nd century by Nobita's grandson. His mission was to save Nobita from poverty and from marrying Jiyan's ugly sister. He popped out of Nobita's desk drawer one day and that's when all their adventures began. Doraemon has a fourth dimensional pocket that links to the 22nd century. He can put almost anything in there and pull lots of weird gadgets out! He often uses the gadgets to save Nobita, but Nobita ends up misusing the gadgets and getting himself into more trouble. [ http://doraemon.wing...om/doraemon.htm ] Nobita is the biggest loser of all anime history. Nobita is clumsy, cries a lot, gets zeros on all his tests, sucks at all sports, and always gets bullied by Jyian and Suneo. He is the boy that Doraemon helps A LOT. He is the one that messes up everything that Doraemon gives him. Now that I think of it, Doraemon is pretty stupid to give him all the gadgets. Without the help of Doraemon, he would probably be dead right now. Doraemon's object right now is to try to make Nobita's future a good one. [ http://doraemon.wingsee.com/Nobita.htm ] 
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#21
Senior Member Posted 2009-01-22 19:04:21
Poor Thaksin. That is a very misserable amount of US$4-US$5 million a year compared to what he has illy accumulated.
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My Member has no Title Posted 2009-01-22 19:16:24
tsk tsk... how can he possibly live on less than 5,000,000 per year? poor guy... Man 'o the people an' all... maybe all them rich Isaan farmers should have a whip-'round to raise some decent pocket change for 'im
#23
Titanium Member Posted 2009-01-22 19:25:07
My hard bleeds for him. He should come back and face the music.
As for Oceano's claims that he is in Singapore, he has made this a couple of times in other posts, but has yet to show any evidence to back it. I find it unlkely that he is there, but maybe oceano is correct and he shacked up in Hotel 81 in Geylang and going for Thai food and drinks at The Golden Mile 
#24
Star Member Posted 2009-01-22 19:40:09
Yes, he should come back and face the music. Too bad he won't have to share a cell with some of the yellow-shirted wretches that seem to be immune from prosecution.
#25
Platinum Member Posted 2009-01-22 20:18:41
With less money, Thaksin lives a costly life abroad Thaksin was complaining that living a life in exile was costly, about US$4-US$5 million a year. Thaksin Shinawatra was staying at one of the 5-star hotels in Dubai on January 15, 2009 when he was interviewed by Noji Shibata, branch manager of Asahi Newspaper's Southeast Asian Branch. It was a hotel suite, which cost about US$500 a night. But the hotel is not one of the best over there. Thaksin told the Japanese journalist that he is looking for a new source of income almost every day in order to cover the expenses. He explained that he had to sell Man City Football club for the same reason. Thaksin expected that Pheu Thai Party would keep on supporting him but he said it was not possible for him to give any financial support to the party under current atmosphere. The interview was published in Asahi Newspaper on January 17, 2009 in its international news section. In this interview, Thaksin repeated several times that his financial position is in difficult condition so that he is not able to give any financial support to his supporters or Pheu Thai Party at this moment. Excerpts of the interview, which represented Thaksin's first contact to Japanese media since he left Bangkok in August last year, are as follows: S: What is the main reason forcing you to face this difficult situation? Was it because you sold your (Shin Corp) shares without paying any tax? T : That was not main reason, I believe. In fact, it was not possible for me to pay tax according to the law at that time. It is true that this matter gave some impact to activate anti-Thaksin camp at that time. But there were some underground work to put label of "lese majeste" on me by some group of people since the time I was in peak of my status as PM of Thailand. Actually, I respect Thai Monarch much more than any other people but it seems there were some misunderstandings among group of advisors to our king. S : What is your opinion of the new government? T : Democrats got their power of majority by receiving support from the courts, the army and the Privy Council. They keep on asking me to stay away from Thai politics simply because they are not confident to win their power if I am still involved in politics. I believe it is the Army and the Privy Council who must stay away from politics. S : Are you still willing to fight? T : I will be 60 years old in July this year. I would rather prefer to have a peaceful life and wishing to see reconciliation of Thai people. However, there has been no approach from the government or the anti-Thaksin camps asking for any talks with me. I cannot die without proving my justice. I trust my supporters will keep on fighting against them even after my life ends here. S : Tell me something about the main figures of anti-Thaksin camp. T : Sondhi (Limthongkul), one of the PAD leaders is a puppet of anti-Thaksin force. He used to be one of my major supporters when I was PM in the early days. He told me that he would like to own a TV station but I told him it would be difficult because of the law. This was the reason why he suddenly turned himself to the enemy's side. It was really big mistake that I offered top position of Army to Gen Sonthi (Boonyaratglin), who lead the coup in 2006. I should not have chosen him as the top commander. It was my big mistake in my life. Gen Anupong (Paochinda, the current armuy chief) is also one of the puppets like Gen Sonthi. S : Do you regret your decision to become politician? T : Yes, certainly I do. Maybe I am being punished for something I did in my former life...You see, I lost my money and assets. Politic is a job which must be handled by "Doraemon" not by "Nobita"... Source: The Nation 2009-01-22 "my heart bleeds for him"
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