“Rangsiman Rome” suggests short-medium-long term directions. Dealing with the Myanmar situation Points out that Thailand should play a role as a facilitator in creating peace.
Last April 25, at Parliament, Mr. Rangsiman Rome, list MP of the Progressive Party, as chairman of the State Security Committee. Thai border affairs National Strategy and National Reform along with Piyarat Jongthep, Member of Parliament for Bangkok (Bangna Phra Khanong District), Kaew Klai Party, as spokesperson for the Committee, attended a press conference to follow up on the progress of the situation in Myanmar. Rangsiman said that as a committee member, he has been following the situation closely. There have been several meetings to discuss preparations, as well as the committee passing resolutions to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Cabinet in the past period.
Mr. Rangsiman said that problems in Myanmar are considered problems in Thailand. It has affected Thailand economically, socially, and politically. In the past, it must be accepted that the government’s approach to the situation in Myanmar Especially the Myawaddy area There has been significant development. He would like to praise both the security and public health departments and the direction of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The workplace is progressively progressing. However, he sees that there is still a need for more work in many parts and areas. The work guidelines are divided into 3 phases: short-term, medium-term, and long-term in order to see the overall picture.
To solve the urgent short-term problem, the Committee held a meeting with the National Security Council (NSC) to inform them that there would be a new SOP to accommodate the influx of refugees. Hundreds of thousands of Thai people Currently, we must wait for approval from the government. The committee considers this matter to be an urgent agenda. The government should urgently consider this as a way of working that is up to date with the current situation.
Later in the implementation of human rights and humanitarian assistance (Humanitarian Aids) In the past, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has sent aid to Myanmar. Covers assistance to only 20,000 people if such assistance is to be sustained. It is necessary to work together with friendly countries and civil society. To help fellow citizens who have fled the fighting and are waiting for help. This method will help prevent people from fleeing across the border to Thailand. The main cause of migrants crossing the border is air attacks. In this case, Thailand needs to talk. Because air strikes may violate human rights. It also has a significant impact on Thailand.
In addition, the committee found information about 15% of oil trades from Thailand. It is possible that some of the oil was used in aircraft used for attacks and military operations. This can be one of the key bargaining powers. that Thailand can use as a tool for creating peace and increasing the balance of negotiations with the Myanmar military government If this can be done, it will be in line with the resolution of the Group of Leading Industrialized Countries (G7) that there should be no more sales of jet fuel to the Myanmar government.
Mr. Rangsiman continued that medium term proposal It is very necessary for Thailand to negotiate with all parties. Through sending items that will support human rights and advance dialogue. Because the future of Myanmar is important to Thailand. Today we have many challenges. It must be acknowledged that the problems of drugs, call centers, and scammers cannot be solved alone. Negotiation is thus a milestone to pave the way to solving various problems.
The number of people fleeing the fighting has entered Thailand since the coup in Myanmar. Maybe as many as a million people. A small amount must be paid in tribute to Thai government officials. Therefore, one method that can be done immediately is the issuance of a special ID card This does not mean granting Thai status. But to be able to manage and monitor refugees. or a proposal from the Subcommittee for the Cabinet to consider using its powers under Section 17 of the 1979 Immigration Act to approve refugees entering the Kingdom without the need for permission. or the permission has expired and it is necessary to continue with vocational education. Let them live and work temporarily. to enter into legal management in the future Because at present Thailand must rely on migrant workers. Such a mechanism will be an opportunity to solve problems that occur along the border. Solve the problem of corruption in the government sector and respond to economic needs
In addition, the committee has prepared to set up a working group and sub-committee to investigate cases where there is a possibility that there may be some operations that make Thailand a base for money laundering of networks that will lead to the purchase of weapons. used in operations in Myanmar as well as building cooperation with ethnic groups on the Thai border based on the participation of civil society in the border area To create stability and peace in solving the problems of criminal business, human trafficking, and environmental problems, dust and smoke. A Township Border Committee can be established to replace the previous coordination center that did not have representatives from the Myanmar military government. Accepting the current fact that in many areas Myanmar military representatives no longer have any practical power.
Mr. Rangsiman said that the last part is a long-term proposal. There needs to be a discussion about Myanmar’s future. From lessons from the 3 southern border provinces Thailand can play a role as a facilitator in building peace. And from the past duties of the committee, I believe that Thailand can talk with various groups about what they want to see. namely the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the government Proceed in such manner The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has changed its diplomatic approach to play a more proactive role. Because in the end, the interests of Thailand and various parties will definitely be destroyed if there is no more proactive work.
Mr. Piyarat, in his capacity as a spokesman for the Committee, briefly stated that the Committee’s working group is preparing to move forward with the proactive plan. Travel to the area to study and listen to problems directly at Mae Sot District, Tak Province between 12-14 May, and after that it is scheduled to travel to relevant agencies, including the NSC, which is an important agency in assessing the situation. and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs next
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