On 10 August 2008, Thaksin and Potjaman flew to London from Beijing, where he had been attending the 2008 Summer Olympics Opening Ceremony. In doing so he violated the terms of his bail. Thaksin said that it was his wish to return to Thailand someday, but claimed it was not currently safe enough for him and his family.
On August 10, 2008, Thaksin and Potjaman traveled from Beijing to London, where he had attended the 2008 Summer Olympics Opening Ceremony. In doing so, he breached the conditions of his bail. Thaksin stated that one day he wished to return to Thailand, but claimed it was not yet safe for him and his family.