Mr.Thanksin is the first prime minister in modern Thai history who______.

Thaksin Shinawatra Tuesday announced in a subdued tone, that he was resigning as prime minister, saying the time had come for unity and national reconciliation. (23)The mood was quite different 14 months ago when Thaksin made history as the first prime minister in modern Thai history to complete his full term in office and win re-election During a campaign interview then, Mr. Thaksin, (24)one of Thailand’s richest men, explained what made him so popular among the poor, rural Thais who make up 70 percent of the population. "I want to eradicate poverty. Poverty is very important." he said, "We have to help them. "