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does thai familes use nursing home?
What service you mean? If you don't have a family with a handful of children I'd say NO. But you can hire someone as your nurse. -
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Uyghurs Plead for Help Before Deportation: MP Reveals Letters
Picture courtesy: Thai PBS In a sombre revelation, three letters penned by Uyghur asylum seekers detained in Thailand have surfaced, pleading for international intervention to prevent their deportation to China, where they feared imprisonment or worse. These letters, posted online by MP Kanwee Suebsang, shed light on the desperate situation faced by the asylum seekers, many of whom had been held in Thailand for nearly 11 years. The letters, one intended for the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), another addressed to Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, and the third written from Bangkok's Immigration Detention Centre, all convey the deep anxiety and fear for their lives should they be returned to China. In their heartfelt appeals, the Uyghurs categorically stated their unwillingness to return, countering official statements that they willingly went back to China. Despite these desperate cries for help, PM Paetongtarn has reiterated that the deportations were voluntary, asserting confidence in the safety of these individuals in China. Her reassurance stems from discussions with Chinese leaders, who guaranteed the safety of those deported. The unveiling of these letters, however, has thrown these claims into question, with the public and international community expressing skepticism. The second letter, dated November 15, 2024, directly addressed to PM Paetongtarn, humbly requested assistance for resettlement in a third country where the Uyghurs could establish safe, happy lives. The detainees, in their third letter dated January 10, 2025, highlighted the peril they would face upon return and announced a hunger strike in protest of the forced deportation. These appeals are a poignant reminder of the human element in geopolitical decisions. Despite assurances from Thai leadership regarding the well-being of deportees, the international community remains vigilant. Past deportations have resulted in violence, raising concerns that history could repeat itself. Amidst the controversy, PM Paetongtarn firmly denies any exchange of trade benefits with China in return for cooperation on the deportation of Uyghurs. She maintains that this issue was handled according to human rights principles and international law, asserting that no third-country resettlement offers were presented to the Thai government. As the world watches closely, calls for transparency and adherence to human rights standards reverberate, with the fates of the deported Uyghurs serving as a critical test of international diplomatic and humanitarian commitments, reported Thai PBS. -- 2025-03-01 -
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US, Japan Issue Security Alerts After Thailand's Uyghur Deportation
This photo provided by Thailand's daily web newspaper Prachatai shows a truck with black tape covering the windows leave a detention center in Bangkok, Thailand Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025.(Nuttaphol Meksobhon/Prachatai via AP) In a move triggering international concern, Thailand has secretly deported 40 Uyghur asylum seekers back to China, prompting the United States and Japan to issue security alerts for their nationals currently in the country. The deportation, which took place on Thursday, has reignited fears due to previous violent retaliations associated with similar actions. The US Embassy in Bangkok, responding swiftly, highlighted the risks by recalling the 2015 incident where a bombing at the Erawan Shrine in Bangkok led to the tragic loss of 20 lives, with 125 others injured. This attack followed a similar deportation of Uyghurs, underscoring the potentially grave implications of such decisions. The Erawan Shrine, a bustling location favoured by tourists including those from China, became a stark symbol of the risks involved. In its advisory, the US Embassy has urged American citizens to exercise heightened caution when visiting crowded places, identifying tourist hotspots, shopping centres, and public transport systems as areas of potential risk. They also encouraged reviewing personal security strategies and adhering to local authority guidance. Similarly, the Japanese Embassy has echoed these concerns, particularly given Japanese fatalities in the 2015 shrine bombing. Although the embassy maintains its overall risk assessment for Thailand remains unchanged, it advised Japanese citizens to remain vigilant, especially in areas prone to high tourist traffic. Japan's warning emphasises the importance of caution at event venues, restaurants, hotels, religious sites, and other crowded locations. These areas could potentially be targeted, causing ripple effects through the expatriate and tourist communities alike. The international community, including human rights organisations, has expressed grave concerns over Thailand's decision to deport the Uyghur group. These organisations have consistently warned about the risks faced by Uyghurs upon their forced return to China, including potential torture and ill-treatment. However, China has categorically dismissed these claims as "groundless lies." This developing situation underscores the complexity of international relations and human rights politics, with nations on alert for any backlash that might arise from this controversial deportation. The stakes remain high, particularly for the Uyghurs themselves, who have been in Thailand for over a decade amid fears for their safety if returned to Chinese soil. As the situation unfolds, both US and Japanese citizens are urged to stay informed and cautious during their time in Thailand, where vigilance remains a prudent course of action in the wake of recent events, reported Thai PBS. -- 2025-03-01 -
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Pattaya's Hidden Beach Offers Tranquil Retreat for Tourists
If it is hidden how did they find it? -
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