Thailand's Council for National Security chairman Sonthi Boonyaratkalin on Tuesday expressed astonishment at the election of ousted prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra as president of the Professional Golf Association of Thailand.

He said the nomination was caused by certain individuals who have problems with their thinking process, and should be admitted for mental consulting, according to the Bangkok Post's website.

Sonthi said the nomination might have something to do with Thaicom Foundation having donated some money to the golf group. The foundation, initiating the satellite education program for young children in remote areas unable to continue their education at the secondary school level, was founded by Mr. Thaksin.

However, the military leader did not reveal if the authorities will intervene the golf post of the nation.

Pongsak Raktapongpaisal, who was deputy secretary-general of the Thai Rak Thai party, said Monday Thaksin was delighted to accept the post, adding that he was suitable for the title due to his contribution to the association.

Source: Xinhua