The commercial complex in Mae Sot where a large number of Myanmar people live was raided by Thai authorities. Photo: Matichon

 

by TNR Staff

 

FOLLOWING the interrogation of around a hundred Myanmar people found residing in buildings at a commercial complex in Mae Sot Amnesty International today (Mar. 24) urged the Thai government to not deport them as they face imprisonment, torture or execution on the orders of the Myanmar junta, Matichon newspaper said.

 

Amnesty International Myanmar researcher Nang Sein said Thailand had in the past supported and provided humanitarian assistance to refugees across the region. As a neighbouring country of Myanmar and an Asean member Thailand can play a role in providing essential protection to people fleeing persecution and repression in Myanmar.

 

“Myanmar citizens fleeing across the border still live in fear because they may be sent back to their country and do not know their destiny. Many people fled their homeland after the coup in February 2021 to escape Myanmar army’s brutal crackdown on protests. They are in danger for just participating in peaceful assembly or because of their political beliefs. They don’t know who to turn to. And there are not many opportunities to make a living,” he said.

 

Full story: https://thainewsroom.com/2023/03/24/amnesty-urges-thai-govt-to-not-deport-myanmar-people-after-many-quizzed/

 

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3 hours ago, webfact said:

Thailand can play a role in providing essential protection to people fleeing persecution and repression in Myanmar

Can and will are two very different things.

this an opportunity for thailand to practice humanity and check some boxes for better trade deals with the west