Political activist Ruangkrai Leekitwattana is on a mission, and his target is none other than Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin. The reason? Alleged omissions in the declaration of his wealth and certain senior executive positions he held in the past. Ruangkrai has petitioned the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) to probe into these alleged discrepancies in Mr. Srettha’s wealth and former position statements, which were submitted upon taking office as both the Prime Minister and Finance Minister on September 5 of last year.
The story took another twist recently when Ruangkrai sent the petition to the NACC via express mail service (EMS), ensuring it reached its destination promptly. According to Ruangkrai, Mr. Srettha made another declaration on June 17, as required by law after assuming office. He claims that discrepancies began to surface when comparing the recent declaration with the one made in September.
One of the main points of contention is the value of Mr. Srettha’s assets. Despite being in office for nine months, the value remained static at 659,391,610.70 baht—a figure that hardly reflects the financial activity one might expect from someone in his position. More eyebrow-raising is the discovery of two missing items from Mr. Srettha’s asset declaration: digital tokens under the name of SiriHubA valued at 2,907 baht and an additional amount of 197,048.69 baht in cash, making the total worth of undeclared items 199,955.69 baht.
Adding fuel to the fire, Mr. Ruangkrai pointed out that the NACC’s official website lists Mr. Srettha as having held executive positions dating back to his tenures as President of Sansiri Public Company Limited in 2010 and later as both Chairman and President in 2021. Yet, these prestigious roles mysteriously do not appear in either of Mr. Srettha’s asset declarations from September 5 or June 17. Conveniently forgetting such notable roles might be a tad too unthinkable, especially since Sansiri’s annual report in April last year explicitly listed these high-ranking positions.
Ruangkrai’s concerns are hardly trivial. If indeed there were omissions or inaccuracies in Mr. Srettha’s declarations, it would not only be a case of negligence but potentially a violation of NACC law. The activist has formally requested that the NACC delve into whether the Prime Minister submitted a complete record of his assets and positions or if any significant details were withheld.
As the drama unfolds, it remains to be seen whether Mr. Srettha will face repercussions for these alleged discrepancies. The probe could potentially reveal critical insights into the integrity and transparency of the current administration. Citizens and political enthusiasts alike watch closely, eager for a resolution to this compelling case.
In summary, the saga of the alleged wealth misdeclaration by Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has many elements of a gripping political drama—intense scrutiny, high stakes, and a relentless pursuit for accountability. Whether this will culminate in a dramatic twist or a bureaucratic anticlimax, only time will tell.
Why is everyone making a big deal out of a few missing items? It’s not like the value was in the millions.
It’s not about the amount; it’s about the principle. If he’s hiding this, what else could he be hiding?
True. This isn’t just a math error. Integrity in public office should be above reproach.
Also, digital tokens? He might be trying to hide modern assets that are harder to track.
Ruangkrai is just looking for his 15 minutes of fame. This whole thing is probably blown out of proportion.
Fame or not, if there’s truth in his claims, it needs to be investigated.
Alright, but how many politicians can honestly say they’ve been 100% transparent?
None. But should we stop holding them accountable because of that?
I read somewhere that executive roles are often overlooked in financial declarations. It’s a common oversight, not necessarily malicious.
True, but it’s still an oversight that impacts public trust. We elect these officials to be thorough.
Great point, but is it reasonable to expect they remember every single role they’ve held?
It is if those roles are significant and high paying.
It’s disgusting how corrupted our politicians are. Srettha should resign!
Resignation might be too extreme without a thorough investigation.
Agreed. Due process is critical. Everyone deserves a fair hearing.
If discrepancies exist, they should be clarified and corrected. Transparency is key in governance.
The value of digital tokens might be negligible, but hiding it is certainly suspicious.
Especially nowadays when crypto assets are so prevalent!
I find it curious that Ruangkrai is making such a fuss about a trivial amount. What’s his real agenda?
He’s probably another opportunist in the political circus.
Wouldn’t doubt it. Everyone’s got an angle.
Public scrutiny is a must, but to harass a sitting PM over 200,000 baht? Misplaced priorities much?
200,000 may be small to him, but it’s a lot for regular folks. Ignoring it sends the wrong message.
I think this is a personal vendetta disguised as a ‘public interest’ campaign. Ruangkrai has a history of going after high-profile figures.
If these roles were excluded from the declarations, does that mean his decisions as PM might have hidden influences?
Possibly. Conflicts of interest are serious and can compromise governance.
This constant nit-picking distracts from the real issues our country faces.
So tired of all the corruption. Why can’t we have honest leaders for a change?
Transparency should be non-negotiable for any public official, period.
Another day, another scandal. I’m beginning to lose faith in our politicians.
Scandals are part of politics everywhere, but it’s our job to demand better.
Yes, but how much better can we expect? The whole system feels rigged.