Welcome to the luxurious world of Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, where opulence isn’t just a word, but a way of life—a tale of glittering wealth spun from years of perseverance and savvy investments. Yesterday, amidst the murmurs of high society and the intrusive glare of the public eye, Mr. Srettha, our protagonist and Thailand’s illustrious Prime Minister, unfolded his narrative of affluence in response to the whispers that his pockets are among the deepest in the nation’s history.
With a flair that only a businessman of his caliber can muster, Mr. Srettha, 61, gallantly addressed the floating assertion, attributing his vast fortune to nothing less than a brilliant career and a series of triumphant financial gambits. The National Anti-Corruption Commission’s (NACC) recent declaration spotlighted the dazzling portfolio of assets belonging to cabinet ministers, placing Mr. Srettha’s wealth under the microscope.
Once upon a time, Mr. Srettha reigned as the CEO of Sansiri Plc, a dominating force in the property development arena. He and his wife, the formidable Dr. Pakpilai, have a joint treasure chest boasting 1.02 billion baht, a tapestry of wealth that includes an astounding 333 million baht anchored in property ventures, 131.05 million baht wrapped up in sparkling gems and jewelry. And let’s not forget the pièce de résistance, a 1963 DB5 Aston Martin—can you hear the smooth purr?—with an eye-watering price tag of 50 million baht.
The tale takes a James Bond twist as Mr. Srettha reveals that his lone chariot, the aforementioned Aston Martin, is an automotive treasure that did not grace the roads of Thailand. The twist? It’s a twin to the model that stole the spotlight in the latest Bond escapade. The luxury vehicle he navigates daily? It’s not his, but a borrowed steed from his daughter’s stable—a humble Lexus.
According to the NACC, the fiscal saga began with Mr. Srettha’s ascendancy to the twin thrones of Prime Minister and Finance Minister on September 5th. A peek into his financial vault shows a declared worth of 659.39 million baht and Dr. Pakpilai’s equally impressive 361.08 million baht. Amidst their assets, a curious 9.73 million baht appears as a bank overdraft.
But the riches continue to unfold: The couple boasted 2.8 million baht in hard cash, 116.01 million baht scattered across 85 bank accounts, and lands in Phra Khanong district worth 158.4 million baht. Prachuap Khiri Khan witnessed their ownership of condos valued at 156.42 million baht, and let’s not forget the three-story house standing proudly in Klong Toey district.
Dr. Pakpilai showcases her own fleet of vehicles—a Toyota Alphard, a playful Fiat, and a futuristic Tesla Model Y—the trio amassing 78 million baht. Meanwhile, timepieces seem a favorite, with the Prime Minister ticking off 38 watches at 127.95 million baht and his wife’s collection of 31 watches at 84.87 million baht. Fashion statements abound with her 48 bags worth 37.01 million baht and his singular Louis Vuitton X trunk—a mere snip at 6 million baht. Their love for bling is apparent with a collective hoard of gems and jewelry worth 131.05 million baht.
The Prime Minister, despite the extravagance, earns a magnificent 253.64 million baht annually, mostly through salaries, while his expenditures for the year are a cool 51.63 million baht, mostly personal. Dr. Pakpilai, with her medical practice, reports a yearly income of 3.21 million baht but seems to have enjoyed a spot of travel, spending an annual 20.67 million baht.
There you have it, a snapshot into the plush life of Mr. Srettha Thavisin—a prosperity earned, showcased, and declared. As the gears of politics and finance turn, the splendor of his story unfurls, reminding us that success, indeed, has its own set of golden keys.
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