Thaksin Dismisses US Sanctions Over Uyghur Deportations

[Presnock]

5 hours ago, watchcat said:

 

And your country of origin Tony is?

 

 

Perhaps you should be.

 

7 hours ago, webfact said:

Picture courtesy of Thai Rath

 

In a recent development stirring political dialogue, former Thai prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra has downplayed the United States' decision to impose visa restrictions on Thai officials.

 

This move by the US follows Thailand's controversial deportation of at least 40 Uyghurs to China last month, a step that has attracted significant international scrutiny.

 

Thaksin declared on Monday that the US authorities appear to have acted on outdated information, emphasising that the deportations adhered to legal frameworks and international humanitarian norms. He highlighted the complex situation of the Uyghurs, who had been detained in Thailand for illegal entry for over a decade, with no other nation stepping up to offer asylum.

 

"The US and Europe did not provide them refuge either," Thaksin noted. "Their country of origin is China, and with China's assurances of no prosecution upon their return, they should reunite with their families."

 

These deportations have triggered both US sanctions and a European Parliament resolution condemning Thailand, not just for this incident, but also for issues related to the lese-majeste law.

 

Speaking on how to engage with the US on this matter, Thaksin maintained that American authorities comprehend the intricacies, albeit acknowledging that international politics are often tangled. Despite the condemnation, he pointed out that free trade negotiations continue to be unaffected.

 

 

 

 

"There's nothing to be alarmed about," Thaksin reassured. "If I'm not worried, you shouldn't be either."

 

The former prime minister further dismissed any potential impact of the US visa sanctions on sitting Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra or other cabinet members, asserting that diplomatic efforts can ameliorate misunderstandings. "Nothing is permanent. If they don't understand, we clarify it. There's nothing to worry about," he added.

 

When questioned about the necessity of high-level engagements to resolve the issue, Thaksin implied that dialogues can proceed through various diplomatic channels without immediate concern.

 

Meanwhile, Deputy Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai stated on Monday that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is actively addressing international community concerns regarding the Uyghur deportations, reported Bangkok Post.

 

As the situation unfolds, the Thai government faces a delicate balancing act between upholding international relations, maintaining its sovereignty, and handling domestic critiques. The financial implications of these diplomatic tensions also linger, as Thailand continues to prioritise stability to sustain economic growth and foreign investments, crucial for its currency valuation and resulting economic forecasts currently poised around 42 Thai Baht per 1 USD, reported Bangkok Post.

 

-- 2025-03-18

 

 

I especially took note of the last line by the Post indicating that economic forecasts poised around 42 baht per USD - that is more to my liking and interest.

[Mr Meeseeks]

2 hours ago, TheFishman1 said:

Yeah I remember him saying he wants to come back to Thailand to enjoy his grandkids go swimming in the pool with him what a liar I thought it wasn’t supposed to be involved in politics he’s running the country once again unbelievable TIT

 

Small men with big egos just cannot help themselves.

[hotchilli]

9 hours ago, webfact said:

"Nothing is permanent. If they don't understand, we clarify it. There's nothing to worry about," he added

Not a misunderstanding this time... a beauty of a home goal

[hotchilli]

4 hours ago, ronster said:

Why is he being given publicity ?

Is he not banned from politics 🤔

Apparently not..

[Purdey]

I am half joking when I say that the Uyghur prisoners would have been welcome to seek asylum in the United States. They would have then been sent to El Salvador.

[Pluto56]

5 hours ago, Hunz Kittisak said:

If indeed no other countries offered them asylum then it’s all empty talk now from US and EU

https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/mar/05/us-offered-to-resettle-uyghurs-that-thailand-deported-to-china-sources-say

[khunpeer]

10 hours ago, webfact said:

Picture courtesy of Thai Rath

 

In a recent development stirring political dialogue, former Thai prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra has downplayed the United States' decision to impose visa restrictions on Thai officials.

 

This move by the US follows Thailand's controversial deportation of at least 40 Uyghurs to China last month, a step that has attracted significant international scrutiny.

 

Thaksin declared on Monday that the US authorities appear to have acted on outdated information, emphasising that the deportations adhered to legal frameworks and international humanitarian norms. He highlighted the complex situation of the Uyghurs, who had been detained in Thailand for illegal entry for over a decade, with no other nation stepping up to offer asylum.

 

"The US and Europe did not provide them refuge either," Thaksin noted. "Their country of origin is China, and with China's assurances of no prosecution upon their return, they should reunite with their families."

 

These deportations have triggered both US sanctions and a European Parliament resolution condemning Thailand, not just for this incident, but also for issues related to the lese-majeste law.

 

Speaking on how to engage with the US on this matter, Thaksin maintained that American authorities comprehend the intricacies, albeit acknowledging that international politics are often tangled. Despite the condemnation, he pointed out that free trade negotiations continue to be unaffected.

 

 

 

 

"There's nothing to be alarmed about," Thaksin reassured. "If I'm not worried, you shouldn't be either."

 

The former prime minister further dismissed any potential impact of the US visa sanctions on sitting Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra or other cabinet members, asserting that diplomatic efforts can ameliorate misunderstandings. "Nothing is permanent. If they don't understand, we clarify it. There's nothing to worry about," he added.

 

When questioned about the necessity of high-level engagements to resolve the issue, Thaksin implied that dialogues can proceed through various diplomatic channels without immediate concern.

 

Meanwhile, Deputy Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai stated on Monday that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is actively addressing international community concerns regarding the Uyghur deportations, reported Bangkok Post.

 

As the situation unfolds, the Thai government faces a delicate balancing act between upholding international relations, maintaining its sovereignty, and handling domestic critiques. The financial implications of these diplomatic tensions also linger, as Thailand continues to prioritise stability to sustain economic growth and foreign investments, crucial for its currency valuation and resulting economic forecasts currently poised around 42 Thai Baht per 1 USD, reported Bangkok Post.

 

-- 2025-03-18

 

 

when Thaksin says "there's nothing to worry about" thèn i start to worry...

[billd766]

8 hours ago, watchcat said:

 

And your country of origin Tony is?

 

 

Perhaps you should be.

Why should he be worried? His country is Thailand.

 

BTW, he does have a proper name which is Thaksin.

 

Perhaps one of his screen names s Tony.

 

Is watchcat your real name or simply an alias?

 

And which is your country of origin, since you seem to be questioning Thaksin's?

[billd766]

4 hours ago, tomazbodner said:

Well, US is deporting illegals. Why can't Thailand do the same?

Not only deporting them, but in handcuffs .

[mzanzi]

8 hours ago, Tropicalevo said:

 

Which they had fled from because of fear of persecution.

Thailand sent them back into hell.

They fled because they commited terror activities , 

[MikeandDow]

30 minutes ago, mzanzi said:

They fled because they commited terror activities , 

What a load of BS   no proof 

[Phil1964]

Thai racism and xenophobia in action.

Perhaps a blanket ban on allowing Thai HiSo to visit the west and spend their corruptly obtained millions should be in order for a period???

[Sigmund]

Well done ! Europe would have needed people like him during the Biden administration as to tell the USA to go to h.....  with their russian sanctions that are destroying european and global prosperity.

[crazykopite]

Once again this guy sticking his nose into issues when as a convicted criminal he thinks he can speak on behalf of Thailand !

[billd766]

16 hours ago, mzanzi said:

They fled because they commited terror activities , 

And you know this how?

 

Do you know them personally?

 

Did you go ton the trial that they didn't get?

 

If you claim something, why not at least try to back it up with facts or a link.

[billd766]

1 hour ago, crazykopite said:

Once again this guy sticking his nose into issues when as a convicted criminal he thinks he can speak on behalf of Thailand !

Convicted in a court owned by the military, after an illegal military coup to oust him.

[captain_shane]

22 hours ago, Presnock said:

 

I especially took note of the last line by the Post indicating that economic forecasts poised around 42 baht per USD - that is more to my liking and interest.

Man I'd crap myself with joy if it was 42-1.

[SunnyinBangrak]

On 3/18/2025 at 6:24 AM, jippytum said:

Thaksin's human rights record was shocking when he was officially in charge. Little wonder he endorses sending these refugee to a life of hell in China. 

Bet hes panicked after seeing Duterte's situation. Thaksins is identical other than not yet being banged up.

[MikeandDow]

2 hours ago, SunnyinBangrak said:

Bet hes panicked after seeing Duterte's situation. Thaksins is identical other than not yet being banged up.

And how do you expect this to happen when the ICC has no jurisdiction in thailand  they did in indonesia Thailand did not ratify the 1951 agreement

[SunnyinBangrak]

11 minutes ago, MikeandDow said:

And how do you expect this to happen when the ICC has no jurisdiction in thailand  they did in indonesia Thailand did not ratify the 1951 agreement

Sorry did not know that, thanks for the correction. Bit of a shame though.

[Mavideol]

On 3/18/2025 at 7:45 AM, webfact said:

"There's nothing to be alarmed about," Thaksin reassured. "If I'm not worried, you shouldn't be either."

 

On 3/18/2025 at 7:45 AM, webfact said:

former Thai prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra

so what is it, former PM or current PM as it appears that he speaks using the present form

[watchcat]

On 3/18/2025 at 12:45 AM, webfact said:

Shinawatra has downplayed the United States' decision to impose visa restrictions on Thai officials.

 

And what does he knows  about that?