webfact Posted February 4, 2022 Share Posted February 4, 2022 By Caleb Quinley Thousands of Myanmar refugees have gradually crossed back into Myanmar over the last few weeks. Living conditions on the Thai side were too difficult and their settlements were reportedly dismantled by the Thai military, according to local sources. Many of the refugees are from Lay Kay Kaw, a town near the Thai border in Karen state. But when their city was invaded by the Myanmar military, known as the Tatmadaw, in December, they fled to Thailand’s border to escape the violence. Some of the refugees are also from Kayah state, an area that has been targeted with airstrikes over the last two months. The escalation of violence since December has pushed thousands of people to flee for their lives. Full story: https://www.thaienquirer.com/37213/thousands-of-refugees-cross-back-into-myanmar-as-conditions-on-thai-side-prove-unbearable/ -- © Copyright Thai Enquirer 2022-02-04 - Aetna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. - Follow ASEAN NOW on LINE for breaking COVID-19 updates 1 9 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post herfiehandbag Posted February 4, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted February 4, 2022 Meanwhile, in other news, we are told that one of the aims of next month's "Exercise Cobra Gold" is to practice the Thai military in humanitarian operations! 10 1 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post cliveshep Posted February 4, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted February 4, 2022 If they feel safer in the loving arms of the Tatmadaw and under aerial bombardment by their air force then the Thai Army must have been treating them brutally and hardly in accordance with any humanitarian consideration. So what is going on out from under the watchful eyes of various NGOs? Now we know WHY the Thai government wants to ban the NGO in recent news! 25 8 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Enzian Posted February 4, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted February 4, 2022 A sad and almost impossible situation. No one in the world likes what has been going on in Burma for a year, but the concept of national sovereignty, along with most nations wish to avoid being accused of empire building, means that no one will just go in and overturn the junta. And the UN would probably be risking its entire existence if it tried. I would like to read more about Thailand's response. 5 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Derek Posted February 4, 2022 Share Posted February 4, 2022 Thailand seems to have been quite patient with the constant ebb and flow of Karen refugees for a long while but I imagine it wants to prevent the Karen getting too comfortable here and settling in perpetuity. Really, the Karen have only themselves to blame for locking themselves into this constant futile struggle. They need to give up their demands for independence, at least for the present. I know they are locked in by pride and won't allow themselves to give up, but, realistically, independence is just not going to happen - at least until there is a radical change in the concept of the nation state across the world. I know the Karen and Burmese historically hate each other and I know Myanmar is an artificial country cobbled together during the colonial era out of various states, but for now... pragmatism. The Burmese are the stronger party and the country is in the grip of a military dictatorship so the Karen should just sit quiet and wait for a better government with whom to negotiate. Fighting it out forever is stupid. 1 3 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Enoon Posted February 4, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted February 4, 2022 (edited) 1 hour ago, Mr Derek said: Thailand seems to have been quite patient with the constant ebb and flow of Karen refugees for a long while but I imagine it wants to prevent the Karen getting too comfortable here and settling in perpetuity. Really, the Karen have only themselves to blame for locking themselves into this constant futile struggle. They need to give up their demands for independence, at least for the present. I know they are locked in by pride and won't allow themselves to give up, but, realistically, independence is just not going to happen - at least until there is a radical change in the concept of the nation state across the world. I know the Karen and Burmese historically hate each other and I know Myanmar is an artificial country cobbled together during the colonial era out of various states, but for now... pragmatism. The Burmese are the stronger party and the country is in the grip of a military dictatorship so the Karen should just sit quiet and wait for a better government with whom to negotiate. Fighting it out forever is stupid. Bamars are now fighting against the Tatmadaw.. The Bamar are the largest, dominant, ethnic group......that you describe as "The Burmese". They make up the bulk of: People's Defence Force (Myanmar) - Wikipedia It is the military component of the legitimate government. It is actively co-operating with the ethnic minority resistance: "the Kachin Independence Army (KIA) in the north, the Karen National Liberation Army (KNLA) and the Karenni Nationalities Defence Force (KNDF) along the Thai border, have offered sanctuary and training" Why once peaceful protesters are now choosing violence - "The PDF has now publicly apologised to ethnic militias for previously believing military propaganda that the groups had wanted to dismantle the country. The PDF is now unanimously calling for a future federal state in which everyone will have equal rights." The deadly battles that tipped Myanmar into civil war - BBC Edited February 4, 2022 by Enoon 6 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Bluespunk Posted February 4, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted February 4, 2022 4 hours ago, webfact said: Living conditions on the Thai side were too difficult because 4 hours ago, webfact said: their settlements were reportedly dismantled by the Thai military, according to local sources. 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Card Posted February 4, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted February 4, 2022 (edited) 1 hour ago, Mr Derek said: Thailand seems to have been quite patient with the constant ebb and flow of Karen refugees for a long while but I imagine it wants to prevent the Karen getting too comfortable here and settling in perpetuity. Really, the Karen have only themselves to blame for locking themselves into this constant futile struggle. They need to give up their demands for independence, at least for the present. I know they are locked in by pride and won't allow themselves to give up, but, realistically, independence is just not going to happen - at least until there is a radical change in the concept of the nation state across the world. I know the Karen and Burmese historically hate each other and I know Myanmar is an artificial country cobbled together during the colonial era out of various states, but for now... pragmatism. The Burmese are the stronger party and the country is in the grip of a military dictatorship so the Karen should just sit quiet and wait for a better government with whom to negotiate. Fighting it out forever is stupid. Wrong and stupid response. Most of the ethnic minorities are with the majority Burman NUG in fighting the atrocious tatmadaw. At last there is a coalition of most ethnicities in Myanmar against atrocities, rather than just a fight for independence. You are behind the times Edited February 4, 2022 by Card 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Derek Posted February 4, 2022 Share Posted February 4, 2022 49 minutes ago, Enoon said: Bamars are now fighting against the Tatmadaw.. The Bamar are the largest, dominant, ethnic group......that you describe as "The Burmese". They make up the bulk of: People's Defence Force (Myanmar) - Wikipedia It is the military component of the legitimate government. It is actively co-operating with the ethnic minority resistance: "the Kachin Independence Army (KIA) in the north, the Karen National Liberation Army (KNLA) and the Karenni Nationalities Defence Force (KNDF) along the Thai border, have offered sanctuary and training" Why once peaceful protesters are now choosing violence - "The PDF has now publicly apologised to ethnic militias for previously believing military propaganda that the groups had wanted to dismantle the country. The PDF is now unanimously calling for a future federal state in which everyone will have equal rights." The deadly battles that tipped Myanmar into civil war - BBC No surprise as they all have a common temporary interest in getting rid of the junta... but thereafter...? Good luck with "a future federal state in which everyone will have equal rights" - that's just to boost morale during the civil war. Nor do I think it was 'military propaganda' that the Karens wanted independence (the BBC as usual wants to put a heroic leftist spin on things) - I doubt the Karen will ever compromise on that demand. Well, the refugees will no doubt continue to flow for years. Thailand's 'let them in but occasionally push them back' policy is probably realistic to prevent a catastrophic influx. 3 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thaitom Posted February 4, 2022 Share Posted February 4, 2022 Goodbye ! now to flush them out of the villages, namely mine ! KM.48 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Derek Posted February 4, 2022 Share Posted February 4, 2022 8 minutes ago, Card said: Wrong and stupid response. Most of the ethnic minorities are with the majority Burman NUG in fighting the atrocious tatmadaw. At last there is a coalition of most ethnicities in Myanmar against atrocities, rather than just a fight for independence. You are behind the times I'm taking a bigger and more pragmatic perspective. The Karen's struggle for independence (and consequent flow of refugees) has been going on for decades and is not the result of the current civil war and will not end with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TropicalGuy Posted February 4, 2022 Share Posted February 4, 2022 4 hours ago, Enzian said: A sad and almost impossible situation. No one in the world likes what has been going on in Burma for a year, but the concept of national sovereignty, along with most nations wish to avoid being accused of empire building, means that no one will just go in and overturn the junta. And the UN would probably be risking its entire existence if it tried. I would like to read more about Thailand's response. Widespread Civil War ( Civilian Resistance) there will overthrow the illegal military regime or reduce it to small city enclaves like Syria. BBC News Online Article yesterday citing reputable institute study on this was excellent.Resistance is everywhere across all demographics and is now seems unstoppable. needs heavy weapons & training though. UK should provide as former colonial occupier there just as France does in West Africa. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post herfiehandbag Posted February 4, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted February 4, 2022 (edited) 3 hours ago, Mr Derek said: Thailand seems to have been quite patient with the constant ebb and flow of Karen refugees for a long while but I imagine it wants to prevent the Karen getting too comfortable here and settling in perpetuity. Really, the Karen have only themselves to blame for locking themselves into this constant futile struggle. They need to give up their demands for independence, at least for the present. I know they are locked in by pride and won't allow themselves to give up, but, realistically, independence is just not going to happen - at least until there is a radical change in the concept of the nation state across the world. I know the Karen and Burmese historically hate each other and I know Myanmar is an artificial country cobbled together during the colonial era out of various states, but for now... pragmatism. The Burmese are the stronger party and the country is in the grip of a military dictatorship so the Karen should just sit quiet and wait for a better government with whom to negotiate. Fighting it out forever is stupid. The Karens have been campaigning for independence, then autonomy since before colonial rule ended 1947). The Burmese military have been effectively in power now for 60 years. Genocidal practices are a constant factor in the way they operate against any ethnic group other than their own (Baman). Sitting back and hoping for better times simply will not work. They remained loyal to the British during the Burma Campaign in World War 2, and suffered badly from the Japanese and their Burmese militias as a result - so whilst I do not advocate military intervention I would like to see the UK support their cause - it is not as if the Burmese regime has any political legitimacy! They have, since 1976 been asking for a Karen State within a Burmese Federation. Such federations are complex, but certainly preferable to total ruthless dominance by one ethic group, particularly in countries as ethically mixed as Burma. Edited February 4, 2022 by herfiehandbag 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotchilli Posted February 4, 2022 Share Posted February 4, 2022 6 hours ago, webfact said: Thousands of Myanmar refugees have gradually crossed back into Myanmar over the last few weeks. Living conditions on the Thai side were too difficult and their settlements were reportedly dismantled by the Thai military, according to local sources. Thai compassion... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post herfiehandbag Posted February 4, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted February 4, 2022 (edited) 1 hour ago, thaitom said: Goodbye ! now to flush them out of the villages, namely mine ! KM.48 Up for a bit of ethnic cleansing are you? Do you keep a brown shirt and a pair of jackboots at the back of your wardrobe? Edited February 4, 2022 by herfiehandbag 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cake Monster Posted February 4, 2022 Share Posted February 4, 2022 6 hours ago, Enzian said: A sad and almost impossible situation. No one in the world likes what has been going on in Burma for a year, but the concept of national sovereignty, along with most nations wish to avoid being accused of empire building, means that no one will just go in and overturn the junta. And the UN would probably be risking its entire existence if it tried. I would like to read more about Thailand's response. You will not hear anything in the form of a response from Thailand They are not known for their compassion Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thaitom Posted February 4, 2022 Share Posted February 4, 2022 28 minutes ago, Cake Monster said: You will not hear anything in the form of a response from Thailand They are not known for their compassion What ! Thailand has been patient ! They have even allowed these so-called refugee camps to run for decades. Thailand needs to shut them down permanently. Tell Myanmar to take control of its problems. It's not a Thailand issue, and it never should've been. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tubulat Posted February 4, 2022 Share Posted February 4, 2022 1 hour ago, thaitom said: What ! Thailand has been patient ! They have even allowed these so-called refugee camps to run for decades. Thailand needs to shut them down permanently. Tell Myanmar to take control of its problems. It's not a Thailand issue, and it never should've been. Have you ever heard of Human Rights? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xtrnuno41 Posted February 4, 2022 Share Posted February 4, 2022 What is new? Thailand follows the rest of the world in behavior?! In France , many Africans want to cross to UK. They are just waiting and built "shelters", which France is destroying every time. Australia has people in detention centers, same as tennis player Djokovic. There are people over there already 9 years, cant do anything then to sit there and wait. They are somehow lucky, as there are people being dumped on an island, with nothing at all. How about the USA? You dont hear anything anymore about the immense amount of people marching to USA. Lots of Syrian people on a Greek island, going nowhere, but just sitting on that island. China rounding up Eighurs for a brain wash in camps. Just some samples. There will be a lot more And i think to myself, what a wonderfull world , o yeaaaaaaah. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Burma Bill Posted February 4, 2022 Share Posted February 4, 2022 8 hours ago, webfact said: known as the Tatmadaw Burma's terrorist organization led by a genocidal maniac!!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post The Hammer2021 Posted February 4, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted February 4, 2022 A shameful stain on Thailand. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anant72 Posted February 4, 2022 Share Posted February 4, 2022 5 hours ago, Mr Derek said: Thailand seems to have been quite patient with the constant ebb and flow of Karen refugees for a long while but I imagine it wants to prevent the Karen getting too comfortable here and settling in perpetuity. Really, the Karen have only themselves to blame for locking themselves into this constant futile struggle. They need to give up their demands for independence, at least for the present. I know they are locked in by pride and won't allow themselves to give up, but, realistically, independence is just not going to happen - at least until there is a radical change in the concept of the nation state across the world. I know the Karen and Burmese historically hate each other and I know Myanmar is an artificial country cobbled together during the colonial era out of various states, but for now... pragmatism. The Burmese are the stronger party and the country is in the grip of a military dictatorship so the Karen should just sit quiet and wait for a better government with whom to negotiate. Fighting it out forever is stupid. Easy to say from a comfortable armchair. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BangkokReady Posted February 4, 2022 Share Posted February 4, 2022 47 minutes ago, Tubulat said: Have you ever heard of Human Rights? Human rights don't really exist unless the state recognises and protects them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Hammer2021 Posted February 4, 2022 Share Posted February 4, 2022 16 minutes ago, Anant72 said: Easy to say from a comfortable armchair. And not true at all. A travesty of Burman propaganda. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Hammer2021 Posted February 4, 2022 Share Posted February 4, 2022 1 minute ago, BangkokReady said: Human rights don't really exist unless the state recognises and protects them. They are never given. They always have to be fought for Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Albert Zweistein Posted February 4, 2022 Share Posted February 4, 2022 2 hours ago, xtrnuno41 said: What is new? Thailand follows the rest of the world in behavior?! In France , many Africans want to cross to UK. They are just waiting and built "shelters", which France is destroying every time. Australia has people in detention centers, same as tennis player Djokovic. There are people over there already 9 years, cant do anything then to sit there and wait. They are somehow lucky, as there are people being dumped on an island, with nothing at all. How about the USA? You dont hear anything anymore about the immense amount of people marching to USA. Lots of Syrian people on a Greek island, going nowhere, but just sitting on that island. China rounding up Eighurs for a brain wash in camps. Just some samples. There will be a lot more And i think to myself, what a wonderfull world , o yeaaaaaaah. And the solution is ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thaitom Posted February 4, 2022 Share Posted February 4, 2022 4 hours ago, Tubulat said: Have you ever heard of Human Rights? And again..... Why and what does it have to do with Thailand ? Why should Thailand have to do anything ? All in the name of human rights ? It's Myanmar's problem, not Thailand's. Why does Thailand have to be involved forcefully ? Oh, that's right, human rights have no boundaries. So the next time I visit Immigration office I should claim human rights and tell them to back off and let me live where I want with no restrictions. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thaitom Posted February 4, 2022 Share Posted February 4, 2022 Just now, thaitom said: And again..... Why and what does it have to do with Thailand ? Why should Thailand have to do anything ? All in the name of human rights ? It's Myanmar's problem, not Thailand's. Why does Thailand have to be involved forcefully ? Oh, that's right, human rights have no boundaries. So the next time I visit Immigration office I should claim human rights and tell them to back off and let me live where I want with no restrictions. So sick of hearing from these self serving NGO's . Yes, I am talking about you all in Maesot. go ahead suspend me ADmin. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soalbundy Posted February 4, 2022 Share Posted February 4, 2022 4 hours ago, xtrnuno41 said: What is new? Thailand follows the rest of the world in behavior?! In France , many Africans want to cross to UK. They are just waiting and built "shelters", which France is destroying every time. Australia has people in detention centers, same as tennis player Djokovic. There are people over there already 9 years, cant do anything then to sit there and wait. They are somehow lucky, as there are people being dumped on an island, with nothing at all. How about the USA? You dont hear anything anymore about the immense amount of people marching to USA. Lots of Syrian people on a Greek island, going nowhere, but just sitting on that island. China rounding up Eighurs for a brain wash in camps. Just some samples. There will be a lot more And i think to myself, what a wonderfull world , o yeaaaaaaah. We haven't seen anything yet, wait until global warming makes many countries intolerable to live in then the great trek to Northern Europe, America, Canada etc. will follow. I'm sure a contingency plan has been put in place and it will have nothing to do with shelters or camps. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kinnock Posted February 4, 2022 Share Posted February 4, 2022 12 hours ago, Enzian said: A sad and almost impossible situation. No one in the world likes what has been going on in Burma for a year, but the concept of national sovereignty, along with most nations wish to avoid being accused of empire building, means that no one will just go in and overturn the junta. And the UN would probably be risking its entire existence if it tried. I would like to read more about Thailand's response. The UN is a totally useless organisation, paralysed by politics and riddled with corruption. But the blue hats are nice. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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