Imagine strolling through the corridors of power, where the wheels of government and fortunes turn side by side. Here stands Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, a figure of considerable prestige and prosperity, at the illustrious Government House. His arrival, captured eloquently by the lens of Chanat Katanyu, marks the beginning of a tale woven with affluence and ambition.
With a net worth that soars to the dizzying heights of 1.02 billion baht, Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin and his wife are bona fide members of the high net-worth set. Their treasure trove includes a dazzling array of assets – think of an Aston Martin DB5 straight out of a James Bond movie, lavish properties worth 314 million baht, and a glimmering hoard of gems and jewelry valued at a cool 131.05 million baht.
The National Anti-Corruption Commission was all abuzz as they perused the declaration of assets and liabilities, a mandatory ritual following his ascent to the dual thrones of prime minister and finance minister on the 5th of September. The revelations were nothing short of astonishing: Mr. Thavisin’s own pot of gold totaled 659.39 million baht, while his spouse, the accomplished Dr. Pakpilai, contributed a handsome 361.08 million baht to the marital vault. And let’s not overlook the small matter of 9.73 million baht in bank overdrafts – a mere bagatelle in the grand scheme of their wealth.
Peeking into the couple’s balance sheet, one discovers cold, hard cash amounting to 2.8 million baht, a network of 85 deposit accounts brimming with 116.01 million baht, shrewd investments to the tune of 53.65 million baht, and parcels of prime land in the chic Phra Khanong district of Bangkok. As if that weren’t enough, they also boast a portfolio of condos nestled in the serene Hua Hin district of Prachuap Khiri Khan, and a luxurious three-storey edifice in the bustling Klong Toey district.
The premier’s garage is home to an Aston Martin DB5, a classic beauty with a British registration and a 50 million baht price tag. His better half’s fleet comprises a Toyota Alphard, a zippy Fiat, and a futuristic Tesla Model Y, aggregating to an impressive 78 million baht.
Adding to the glitz, Mr. Thavisin has a collection of 38 timepieces, collectively valued at 127.95 million baht, while his wife’s 31 watches are esteemed at 84.87 million baht. And for the fashion aficionados, her wardrobe is graced with 48 designer bags amounting to 37.01 million baht, alongside Mr. Thavisin’s ornate Louis Vuitton X trunk – a statement piece at 6 million baht.
Transparency isn’t merely a buzzword for Mr. Thavisin. It’s a principle. He dutifully reported an annual income of 253.64 million baht to the NACC, predominantly from his impressive salaries summing up to 153.57 million baht. His expenditure – a lavish 51.63 million baht per annum – testifies to the personal joys of his well-earned affluence.
Dr. Pakpilai, with her own financial narrative, earns a respectable 3.21 million baht yearly from her illustrious medical practice. Yet her taste for travel dictates her annual expenses, which reach an envious 20.67 million baht.
The prime minister, formerly the CEO of the esteemed property developer Sansiri Plc, doesn’t deny the obvious: he may well be Thailand’s wealthiest premier. Yet this is a man whose wealth springs from years of industrious work and unparalleled dedication to his ventures.
His choice in automobiles is eclectic – the Aston Martin DB5, dating back to 1963, is less about ostentatious display and more a nod to his personal penchant for the classics. Yet, in a charming twist, he now prefers to drive his daughter’s Lexus, a choice that hints at familial bonds over flashy displays.
And what of the Aston Martin DB5? It’s an icon – not merely content to be viewed in movie showrooms or private collections, it has graced the silver screen alongside Sir Sean Connery and other suave actors in nine James Bond films, most recently in “No Time To Die”. Mr. Srettha’s own DB5 even revved its engine in that cinematic piece – how’s that for a slice of movie magic?
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