Thailand Expects Release of Crews Detained in Myanmar by New Year

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The Thai Prime Minister, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, announced the expected release of four Thai crew members detained in Myanmar after a maritime incident. They were held following a violent encounter on November 30, where Myanmar patrol boats fired on 15 vessels near Thailand's border, leading to one fatality.

 

Despite ongoing legal procedures in Myanmar, PM Paetongtarn assured the crew's safety. Diplomatic discussions, including a meeting on December 19 between Thai and Myanmar foreign ministers, are aiming for the crew's release soon after the New Year.

 

 

The incident, which sparked calls from opposition leader Wiroj Lakkhanaadisorn for quicker action, has been deemed a disproportionate reaction by Myanmar's patrols. He urges for a definitive release date and compensation for the affected crew.

 

Thailand is considering various diplomatic avenues, including potential discussions at the upcoming ASEAN ministerial meeting and direct negotiations with Myanmar’s military leader, to expedite the process.

 

-- 2024-12-12

 

 

[Tropicalevo]

At first, it was reported that they were released on December 5th.

Then it was no - on Dec 6th.

We suggested back then that you could not trust what an illegal military government says.

Why should be now believe 'soon after the New Year'.