Uyghurs Plead for Help Before Deportation: MP Reveals Letters

[webfact]

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

 

 

[MikeandDow]

There is NO  transparency in this goverment  total lies !! She and her clan should resign, this is total embarrassment for the Thai people and the country on the world stage  shame on you Thailand

[Aussie999]

Can't be true, otherwise Thailand have been caught lying, by saying these people ASKED to be returned.... now, who do we believe... (sarcasm)

[JimHuaHin]

Lies, lies, lies, and more lies.

 

 

[hotsun]

Assisted genocide

[Olav Seglem]

Thailands international image more destroyed by this act than by 1000 news stories about thai bar gils 😞

 

[KhunLA]

Do the crime ... Do the time 

 

Oh well ... what goes around, comes around.

Hint ... Dzungar genocide

[ikke1959]

The corruption and lies in Thailand are unbelievable ... This is another proof. Human Rights are unknown here as how is it possible to detain people for so many years without even a lawyer... Thailand should be punished for this by the international community. Let the Chinese take over Thailand and make it a province like they did with Taiwan.. It should fit better for Thailand as they are already only fixed on China. Thailand will always do what China wants as the elite and most government officials have Chinese roots... Thailand never colonized and they are proud on that but being taken over by China is silenced

[proton]

Wasn't it one of these who bombed the Erawan shrine a few years ago? Trouble makers the lot of them.

[KhunLA]

10 minutes ago, proton said:

Wasn't it one of these who bombed the Erawan shrine a few years ago? Trouble makers the lot of them.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2015_Bangkok_bombing

[newbee2022]

4 hours ago, webfact said:

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

....and? Any expectations these refugees could stay in Thailand?

I doubt it.

Thailand will have to obey.

[couchpotato]

11 minutes ago, newbee2022 said:

....and? Any expectations these refugees could stay in Thailand?

I doubt it.

Thailand will have to obey.

Bit late..they obeyed China 2 days ago.

 

[newbee2022]

10 minutes ago, couchpotato said:

Bit late..they obeyed China 2 days ago.

 

I read that. But then, why this letter? Maybe they are still in Thailand? Who knows?

[Wrwest]

2 hours ago, proton said:

Wasn't it one of these who bombed the Erawan shrine a few years ago? Trouble makers the lot of them.

I am thinking the bombing was in response to an earlier treatment in deporting. Thus the USA and Japan have issued current warnings to their citizens in Thailand of additional reaction violence.

[klauskunkel]

5 hours ago, webfact said:

PM Paetongtarn firmly denies any exchange of trade benefits with China in return for the deportation of Uyghurs

I believe her, I also believe that Xi ordered her to do this for free

[crazykopite]

When the time comes to meet your maker as you life comes to an end in this terrible world we live in you have to answer to the maker for all the wrongs you did ,the maker decides which path you are shown  !

[simon43]

27 minutes ago, Wrwest said:

I am thinking the bombing was in response to an earlier treatment in deporting. Thus the USA and Japan have issued current warnings to their citizens in Thailand of additional reaction violence.

Strange, but when I walked into Pattaya Central Shopping Centre this morning, the entrance had a walk-through metal detector.  Not seen that for many years...

[proton]

40 minutes ago, Wrwest said:

I am thinking the bombing was in response to an earlier treatment in deporting. Thus the USA and Japan have issued current warnings to their citizens in Thailand of additional reaction violence.

 

Typical muslim response to any problem- violence

[MikeandDow]

21 minutes ago, proton said:

 

Typical muslim response to any problem- violence

Bet you tell every one you are not a Racist !!

[hotchilli]

6 hours ago, webfact said:

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.

Disgusting development... 

[proton]

10 minutes ago, MikeandDow said:

Bet you tell every one you are not a Racist !!

 

Islam is NOT a race

[Peterphuket]

6 hours ago, MikeandDow said:

There is NO  transparency in this goverment  total lies !! She and her clan should resign, this is total embarrassment for the Thai people and the country on the world stage  shame on you Thailand

That whole Taksin family has not brought much good to Thailand this century.
But a saying is the people get what they choose.

[MikeandDow]

13 minutes ago, Peterphuket said:

That whole Taksin family has not brought much good to Thailand this century.
But a saying is the people get what they choose.

that would be correct!  IF the people choose this goverment but it did not !

[MikeandDow]

22 minutes ago, proton said:

 

Islam is NOT a race

people can see you for what you are

[TheFishman1]

Thailand government should be ashamed of those actions that have been taken oh wait a minute there’s no shame here all they know isis money money money money money money TIT