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U.S. Visa Sanctions Target Thai Officials Over Uyghur Deportation Marco Rubio. Picture courtesy of Wikipedia In a recent diplomatic development, the United States has enacted visa sanctions against several Thai officials involved in the deportation of at least 40 Uyghurs to China. This move stands as a robust response to growing concerns over the Uyghurs' safety upon their return to China, where they face potential imprisonment and severe human rights abuses. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1354683-us-visa-sanctions-target-thai-officials-over-uyghur-deportation/ -
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U.S. Visa Sanctions Target Thai Officials Over Uyghur Deportation
Marco Rubio. Picture courtesy of Wikipedia In a recent diplomatic development, the United States has enacted visa sanctions against several Thai officials involved in the deportation of at least 40 Uyghurs to China. This move stands as a robust response to growing concerns over the Uyghurs' safety upon their return to China, where they face potential imprisonment and severe human rights abuses. The U.S. Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, announced these sanctions, which target both current and former officials in Thailand. While the identities of those affected remain undisclosed, the sanctions reflect Washington's commitment to countering China's efforts to extradite Uyghurs and other groups, often subject to harsh treatment in their homeland. "We are unwavering in our efforts to prevent the forced return of Uyghurs, as they are at grave risk of torture and enforced disappearances in China," stated Rubio. The specifics of the visa restrictions were not detailed but typically involve barring entry to the U.S. Thailand's embassy in Washington has yet to issue a comment on this development. Nonetheless, Thai authorities had previously justified their decision to deport the Uyghurs by asserting assurances from China that these individuals would face no harm upon their return. This diplomatic incident traces back to 2014, when over 300 Uyghurs fleeing China were detained by Thai authorities. By February 2023, 48 remained in detention, facing deportation back to China despite substantial international outcry and offers of asylum from countries like Canada and the U.S. The Uyghurs, an ethnically Turkic, predominantly Muslim group indigenous to China’s Xinjiang region, have long been subjected to state suppression. Western governments, including the U.S., have accused China of genocide against the Uyghurs, citing reports of systematic persecution, forced labor, and torture. In response, China's embassy in Bangkok downplayed the sanctions, describing the Uyghurs as "Chinese nationals" repatriated following assurances of safety and reunification with families. The embassy shared images of the Uyghurs seemingly reunited with their families, engaging in cultural gatherings. Rubio, known for his criticism of Beijing, continues to advocate against China's human rights violations. He condemned the deportations in strong terms, underscoring the historical and ongoing threats faced by Uyghurs in China. While this action by the U.S. underscores its stance on human rights, the implications of these sanctions may ripple through diplomatic channels, potentially straining U.S-Thai relations and compelling other nations to reconsider their policies on similar extraditions. As international attention remains fixed on these events, the pressure mounts on Thailand to navigate the complex geopolitics entwining its principles and partnerships, reported AP. -- 2025-03-15 -
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Solar - 8kW Hybrid Inverter w/10kWh (upgraded to 20kWh in Sept. 2022) ESS/battery (not DIY)
Have 21 Kwp installed in three different directions and can extend the System by another 5 Kw, with the latest Deye Inverters you can have 130% of Panels installed as of the nominal Inverter size. For Panels I'm using 550W and 580W Longi Panels. -
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I consider myself smarter than the average everybody. -
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Do you consider yourself smarter than the average Thai?
I know there are people out there smarter than me. Your statement just proves it's unlikely they are on ASEAN.
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