Even though the situation has not yet returned to normal, but it has improved for the better.  The Government has asked state officials including those in the police force and the army to carry out their duties gently and without confrontation so as not to lead to violence or casualties. 

I would like to see the problem solved, peace restored and long-term happiness amongst the people.  Despite the existence of different views, I believe that the Thai people can find a solution for the country.

I would like to invite academics, businesspeople and all professional groups as well as the protesters to open a forum for brainstorming in order to find a solution and move towards political reform under the system of democracy with the King as Head of State.  I hope to see open discussions which allows all sides to air their views in order to find the best solution for the country.  I would also like to ask that the media be constructive and avoid creating animosity between us Thais which will be a danger to the future of our children and country.

I believe that the day of His Majesty the King’s birthday anniversary will be another day that the Thai people can be happy and to display unity as a blessing for the King who is beloved and respected by all of us.  I also believe that the commemoration of the King’s birthday anniversary on the fifth of December every year is a day that has a very special meaning for all Thais; it is a day when all of us would be determined to perform good deeds, to be united with all our fellow Thais and to fulfill our duties to the utmost in order to bring about lasting prosperity in the footsteps of the King who is our leading example.