While the government has recently rolled out various measures to improve the economy, they have been overshadowed by the watch scandal involving Gen Prawit, Mr Suriyasai said. Lt Gen Khongcheep referred to the CSI LA Facebook page, which published pictures of 25 luxury watches worn by Gen Prawit and is among those which have launched online polls. "If such an order had been issued, the number of votes in favour would have been much higher because there are more than 300,000 soldiers nationwide,'' the Defence Ministry spokesman said. The committee also urged Gen Prawit to resign over the watch scandal to set a moral precedent and help prevent any confrontation. The third political issue, cited by 54% of the respondents, is the passing of organic laws affecting the election, political parties and politicians.

Source: Bangkok Post February 05, 2018 04:52 UTC