PM Abhisit Orders Close Eye On Reaction To Killing Of Osama Bin Laden

[webfact]

PM orders close eye on reaction to killing

By The Nation

Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva has instructed all relevant officials to monitor all reactions to the death of Osama bin Laden closely, even though many academics and observers believe his death has nothing to do with the restive South where terrorist attacks have been going on for seven years.

"We had nothing to do with [the operation to kill bin Laden], but security agencies must monitor and evaluate reactions from all parties, as we don't know how different groups will react to this development," Abhisit said.

Lt-General Tritot Ranarid-vichai, commander of the Police Special Branch, said the force would keep a close eye on different groups passing through Thailand. The police, however, would not boost security in any particular place, not even at the US Embassy, because Thailand was not involved in the operation, he said.

When asked whether bin Laden's death would inspire more terrorist acts, notably in the deep South, Tritot said the conflict in the predominantly Muslim region was not linked to the global terrorist network.

US Ambassador to Thailand Kristie Kenney said strict security measures had to be taken at the embassy for the time being, because bin Laden's death does not mean an end to terrorism. She added that the "war on terrorism" would continue, and all countries should keep cooperating in the fight. She was speaking during an interview with Nation Channel yesterday.

Meanwhile, Srisompob Jitpirom-sri, an academic with Prince of Song-kla University in Pattani, said Thai-land should have nothing to do with bin Laden's death because the al-Qaeda network had no connections with separatists in the deep South.

That struggle is different, he said, adding that the insurgents in the South were fighting for justice, their Malay ethnicity and their homeland, while bin Laden fought for his ideology and religion. "But I think the Thai media should not highlight the US victory too much, because it might draw a reaction. No matter what bin Laden did, he was still Muslim, and all Muslims are brothers."

-- The Nation 2011-05-03

[anon467367354]

That's actually a very mature response.

[londonthai]

us and uk foreign offices advised a caution to travelling abroad and citizens living abroad.

in the uk the home office asked for info on suspicious activities.

such steps might help to prevent loss of life.

one day thailand might become a hub for al qaeda escaping from pakistan, as was the case in he past

Edited May 3, 2011 by londonthai

[chmiroau]

That's actually a very mature response.

Here here. A rare response from a learned person.

[rwhoov]

"No matter what bin Laden did, he was still Muslim, and all Muslims are brothers."

It's a really sad state of affairs if the above statement is true. Do all Catholics consider Adolph Hitler a "brother"? Of course not.

[sirchai]

"No matter what bin Laden did, he was still Muslim, and all Muslims are brothers."

It's a really sad state of affairs if the above statement is true. Do all Catholics consider Adolph Hitler a "brother"? Of course not.

But I think the Thai media should not highlight the US victory too much, because it might draw a reaction. No matter what bin Laden did, he was still Muslim, and all Muslims are brothers."

The Thai media should not highlight the US victory too much, because it might draw a reaction, would brothers in the south kill more innocent people then?

Are all Buddhists brothers? :jap:

[REM]

I think that is a wise plan of action. Thailand and the US are friends, and this is a well known 'resting point' for people involved in various nefarious activities, and it is a known stopping ground, or intermediary point of transportation, of people and arms from east to west. So I think this is really good, it's better to be proactive than reactive.

[arrowsdawdle]

Naivete to the power of T.

[webfact]

Deputy PM: Thailand Not Targeted by al-Qaeda

Deputy Prime Minister in charge of national security Suthep Thaugsuban has played down concern over the death of Osama bin Laden, pointing out that Thailand is not targeted by al-Qaeda.

Deputy Prime Minister in charge of national security Suthep Thaugsuban has commented on the confirmed report by the United States government about the death of Osama bin Laden's death, the leader of the al-Qaeda, saying that there is nothing to be concerned about, because Thailand is not targeted by any terrorist group.

However, Suthep promised that the authorities will remain vigilant in order to ensure national security.

When asked whether a special order would be given to security officials in the border areas where terrorists could get into the country, Suthep did not think so, saying security forces are performing their duties adequately, and there have been no intelligence reports indicating that al-Qaeda is planning to operate in Thailand.

-- Tan Network 2011-05-03

[asiawatcher]

I still question the 'execution' if that is in fact what did happen. Many people are still unconvinced 9/11 was not a controlled demolition and in fact had anything to do with Bin Laden and with doubt no plane ever hit the pentagon. After all OBL was trained by CIA and like the 9/11 demolition and the other so called covert weapons of mass destruction (WMA) theories by the US - the sudden 'execution' of OBL would seem the US would have gained more by interrogating him rather than an execution. So again - what is the US hiding? It is all a bit convenient. He may well be dead and dead men tell no tales... How convenient...

Edited May 3, 2011 by asiawatcher

[drdoom6996]

Ding dong the witch is dead. Which ol' witch? The Osama witch. Now replace the "W" with a "B"

[drdoom6996]

I still question the 'execution' if that is in fact what did happen. Many people are still unconvinced 9/11 was not a controlled demolition and in fact had anything to do with Bin Laden and with doubt no plane ever hit the pentagon. After all OBL was trained by CIA and like the 9/11 demolition and the other so called covert weapons of mass destruction (WMA) theories by the US - the sudden 'execution' of OBL would seem the US would have gained more by interrogating him rather than an execution. So again - what is the US hiding? It is all a bit convenient. He may well be dead and dead men tell no tales... How convenient...

Another conspiracy theory

[JohnAllan]

<P>In with the PM's cautious stance on Bin Laden's demise, we get the gem, from Prince of Songkla University's Srisimpob Jitpirom-sri, that: the deep South separatists are fighting for justice? For their Malay ethnicity? For their homeland? So was the IRA – the Malay connection, apart. Excuse my cynicism, Khun Srisimpob, but isn't that the kind of self-spun baloney, usually accorded to the mouthpieces of an organisation. To those who seek to justify, the unjustifiable; to defend, the indefensible? Until those insurgents stop killing, and maiming, teachers, shopkeepers, nurses and doctors, children; refrain from targeting indiscriminate civilians, trying to go about their lawful business, in a chaotic, bloody, battle-zone; they are TERRORISTS. And no amount of gratuitous exculpation, by you, or any other apologists, will change that!</P>

[Ulysses G.]

I still question the 'execution' if that is in fact what did happen. Many people are still unconvinced 9/11 was not a controlled demolition and in fact had anything to do with Bin Laden and with doubt no plane ever hit the pentagon. After all OBL was trained by CIA and like the 9/11 demolition and the other so called covert weapons of mass destruction (WMA) theories by the US - the sudden 'execution' of OBL would seem the US would have gained more by interrogating him rather than an execution. So again - what is the US hiding? It is all a bit convenient. He may well be dead and dead men tell no tales... How convenient...

Another conspiracy theory

Actually, TWO Another conspiracy theories.

[RKASA]

I think that is a wise plan of action. Thailand and the US are friends, and this is a well known 'resting point' for people involved in various nefarious activities, and it is a known stopping ground, or intermediary point of transportation, of people and arms from east to west. So I think this is really good, it's better to be proactive than reactive.

Thailand: It's the HUB of HUB-a HUB-a :jap:

[jimbeam1]

That's actually a very mature response.

Here here. A rare response from a learned person.

Well he is British you know?

jb1

[jimbeam1]

Deputy PM: Thailand Not Targeted by al-Qaeda

Deputy Prime Minister in charge of national security Suthep Thaugsuban has played down concern over the death of Osama bin Laden, pointing out that Thailand is not targeted by al-Qaeda.

Deputy Prime Minister in charge of national security Suthep Thaugsuban has commented on the confirmed report by the United States government about the death of Osama bin Laden's death, the leader of the al-Qaeda, saying that there is nothing to be concerned about, because Thailand is not targeted by any terrorist group.

However, Suthep promised that the authorities will remain vigilant in order to ensure national security.

When asked whether a special order would be given to security officials in the border areas where terrorists could get into the country, Suthep did not think so, saying security forces are performing their duties adequately, and there have been no intelligence reports indicating that al-Qaeda is planning to operate in Thailand.

-- Tan Network 2011-05-03

Even more reason for concern?

jb1

[jimbeam1]

In the O/P picture, I see people in party mood. I remember on 9/11 seeing a news report in Iraq or somewhere like, people in party mood, firing guns in the air, burning the US flag. Look how that party finished? Or maybe they were all part of the conspiracy?

jb1

[DP25]

I still question the 'execution' if that is in fact what did happen. Many people are still unconvinced 9/11 was not a controlled demolition and in fact had anything to do with Bin Laden and with doubt no plane ever hit the pentagon. After all OBL was trained by CIA and like the 9/11 demolition and the other so called covert weapons of mass destruction (WMA) theories by the US - the sudden 'execution' of OBL would seem the US would have gained more by interrogating him rather than an execution. So again - what is the US hiding? It is all a bit convenient. He may well be dead and dead men tell no tales... How convenient...

Another conspiracy theory

The foreign community in Thailand seems to be a hub of conspiracy theorists and tin foil hat wearers

[Credo]

Of course Thailand had nothing to do with it. It succeeded.

Remember Hambali. It took some doing and a nice chunk of money to get the Thai government to get him.

Edited May 3, 2011 by Credo

[hanssna]

Osama is not dead.. he's hiding in a bar in Pattaya !

[featography]

us and uk foreign offices advised a caution to travelling abroad and citizens living abroad.

in the uk the home office asked for info on suspicious activities.

such steps might help to prevent loss of life.

one day thailand might become a hub for al qaeda escaping from pakistan, as was the case in he past

Notify the home office of the muslim residents of UK screaming death to USA in the streets, this week. Would that be suspicious enough activities?

[elcent]

PM orders close eye on reaction to killing

I'm afraid that people will really close their eyes to the facts