Anupong says he will never enter politics

December 26, 2009
The Nation

Army Commander-in-Chief Gen Anupong Paochinda Friday ruled out possibility of entering the political arena after his retirement.

Anupong was giving a speech during a New Year party held by him for Army-beat reporters.

"If you ask if I play politics or not, I'll say 'No'. I will not play politics. I will not accept any post. I've never thought about setting up a political party as some journalists have written," Anupong said.

He said his service as the Army chief is running out in not many months and he has not got involved in politics.