Security-human rights balance needed in ending Rohingya illegal migration: NSC chief

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Security-human rights balance needed in ending Rohingya illegal migration, NSC chief says



BANGKOK, 8 May 2015 (NNT) -The Secretary-General of the National Security Council Anusit Khunakorn said ending illegal migration of Rohingya to Thailand must be done with a balance of national security and human rights as illegal migrants fleeing to the country were not only the Rohingya people.

Meanwhile, the investigation of a Rohingya graveyard in Padang Besar of Sadao district, Songkhla has been pursued in earnest as ordered by the Prime Minister.

The Prime Minister expedited the investigation as he wants to make everything clear, transparent and stringent, Mr. Anusit continued.

"The investigation process is in progress and is focusing on the culprits involved. Thailand has called for support from its neighboring countries; meanwhile all sectors must join hands to make an effort to end the human trafficking network, with clear and transparent results.” Mr. Anusit emphasized.

He said that security authorities also benefited from stricter measures following the Rohingya case, as they assist in suppression of weapon smuggling and other violations of law.

“I believe the Army is giving close consideration to whether there should be a further reshuffle in local army posts and it is now under the supervision of Gen Udomdej Sitabutr, Deputy Minister of Defence and Army Chief.” Mr.Anusit said.

According to Mr.Anusit, national reforms in future must make transparent and accountable administration a priority. People should be part of reform efforts, rather than just concentrating on reform or the constitutional drafting.

Spokesman for the Foreign Ministry Sek Wannamethee was positive that the Rohingya graveyard case would not have negative impact on the Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report of Thailand, as the report was submitted to the US Foreign Ministry on 31st March, a month before the case was exposed.


-- NNT 2015-05-08

[clockman]

Transparency, never seen here!

[Emster23]

Security? Gotta be kidding. Could probably drive a division of tanks across the border after oiling a few palms. Thailands security is assured as long as it is a Mutt and Jeff show on so many levels... who would dare step into all that muck? "Can't touch that stuff...."

[Srikcir]

"the Rohingya graveyard case would not have negative impact on the Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report of Thailand, as the report was submitted to the US Foreign Ministry on 31st March, a month before the case was exposed."

The US doesn't have ministries. It's a republic with a presidential system.

Ever hear of an ADDENDUM? In any case such a report goes before a congressional hearing regarding any consequences. At that time additional information can be produced.

[Strangebrew]

Transparent Thai definition: Is parent of ladyboy who gets operation to be woman.