Chalerm drunk in Malaysia

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Published: 11 Jan 2013 at 23.58
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Deputy Prime Minister Chalerm Yubamrung admitted Friday that he really did get drunk while in Malaysia on a trip to discuss the southern unrest earlier this week.

But he insisted it did not occur while he was on duty.The deputy prime minister was responding to questions from the media about reports that he was drunk during the trip. The reports were backed up by some pictures and video clips of him appearing inebriated.Mr Chalerm defended his drinking bout, saying it was a celebration for getting together with some old friends he had not seen in two...

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DonAleman
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Discussion 74 : 19 Jan 2013 at 13.0074
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All this talk about alkashol an I kan no tink strst
mor thenas minster, hic !
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Discussion 73 : 16 Jan 2013 at 21.3073
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I am so glad that the minister book great progress in the peace movement of the south. Soon all problems will be solved there.
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Discussion 72 : 16 Jan 2013 at 19.5572
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Can anyone provide a link to the pictures and or video? That way I see the allegation before deciding my opinion.
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Discussion 71 : 16 Jan 2013 at 18.5071
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It would be bigger news if he wasnt drunk .
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Discussion 70 : 15 Jan 2013 at 13.4070
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D: 68 yes ofcourse. This kind of attitudes doesn't fit any position whether elected or appointed. Lots of potential new leaders are coming out that could move this country in a way all have desired.
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Discussion 69 : 14 Jan 2013 at 23.0469
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The deputy Prime minister is never off duty. This guy is not only an idiot, but also a lyer.
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Discussion 68 : 14 Jan 2013 at 13.2468
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D67: Agree with your comments, especially re Legislature. However, executive positions are not necessarily elected viz the real PM (TS) and other non-elected ministers, though they may be and often are, and judicial appointments are just that, appointments not subject at all to the voters ire, except in the most indirect way possible.
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Discussion 67 : 14 Jan 2013 at 10.4967
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Its up to the electorate to decide if this kind of politician deserves still to hold any position whether in the legesliture, executive or judiciary in this land of smile.. A lot have been said but in the end, this man future lies on the Thai citizens..
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Discussion 66 : 14 Jan 2013 at 01.5966
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He is the DPM of Thailand, used government money to travel to Malaysia to get drunk on official business, use your own money, no one would say anything. His reputation is in question, sober or drunk!
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Discussion 65 : 13 Jan 2013 at 00.2665
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Surely something for the ethical standards bureau, if they have one (guessing that's a no)

People sound like they're surprised, this guy is an embarrassment not only to Thai politicians but politicians in general. He is gaffe prone and has a knack of being seen doing the wrong thing at the wrong time.

I think elsewhere his job would be on the line right about now.. doubt that'll happen here though
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