Prime Minister
Yingluck Shinawatra yesterday accused her critics of distorting her remarks
about high-speed trains and their potential benefits for farmers.
During a parliamentary debate on the 2-trillion-baht
borrowing bill on Thursday, Ms Yingluck said high-speed trains would help
develop provincial economies and get produce to markets faster while they were
still fresh.
Her comments were however interpreted as
"high-speed trains for transporting vegetables".
On her Facebook page, Ms Yingluck said the
transportation of goods by high-speed trains would spur economic growth.
The network was vital to the farming sector, whose
returns depend on rapid transport to ensure high quality produce and freshness.
The Euro Carex high-speed freight system was developed
specifically to transport goods by high-speed train in Europe.
Ms Yingluck also said high-speed trains would connect
local production bases to Asean countries.
The network would help reduce commuting times for
passengers, allowing them more time with their families.
"This is not a fantasy. It is happening in
several countries. Farmers can export their high-quality farm produce,"
she said.
"I think my comments were distorted for political
purposes, instead of thinking about the benefits for the people.
"This is non-constructive and it's an insult to
farmers who deserve better.
"A high-speed train [network] is a tool to
provide equal opportunities."
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