2023-10-08 18:44:36
Ministry of Foreign Affairs announces receipt of report Twelve Thai people died, 2 confirmed by Israeli authorities, while 10 others received information from their employers.
(8 Oct. 2023) Mr. Phumtham Wechayachai, Deputy Prime Minister and Acting Prime Minister Chaired the Emergency Situation Center meeting from the unrest situation in Israel, with Dr. Phrommin Lertsuriyadet. Secretary to the Prime Minister and Mr. Chakkraphong Saengmanee, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs along with related agencies such as the Ministry of Foreign Affairs National Security Council Ministry of Labor Ministry of Public Health Ministry of Social Development and Human Security The Ministry of Defence, Air Force participated, and the Ambassador in Tel Aviv attended an online meeting to summarize the latest situation.
The meeting discussed various measures. Including the readiness of Thai agencies to assist and evacuate Thai people in necessary situations. The government will closely monitor developments. including taking care of Thai people in the area Access to compensation for affected relatives Evacuation preparation Including consideration of various diplomatic channels. To continue helping Thai people who have been held hostage.
By Mr. Chakkraphong Saengmanee, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Summary of the results of the Rapid Response Center (RRC) meeting on the current violent situation in the Middle East:
1. Thailand remains neutral regarding conflicts that arise. by supporting the two-state solution that exists side by side He asked both sides to negotiate to find a solution and find a joint solution that is sustainable and peaceful.
Thailand strongly condemns the violence that occurred in this situation. Without specifying any specific group.
2. There are approximately 30,000 Thai people residing in Israel, most of whom are agricultural workers.
It was reported that a total of 12 Thai people had died, with 2 confirmed by the Israeli authorities. The remaining 10 people received information from their employers. There is no name yet and must wait for verification from the Israeli authorities.
Additionally, 8 people were injured, including 2 seriously, and 11 were kidnapped.
3. The meeting focused on preparation of all relevant agencies. When the situation allows and it is necessary to evacuate Thai people from Israel, this can be done in a timely manner.
At the same time, it is considering together with the diplomatic mission in Israel the necessity of evacuating Thai people from Israel. The Israeli government is fully committed to ensuring the safety of foreigners.
4. The meeting agreed that it should proceed according to the following guidelines:
(1) Evacuate Thai people from affected areas to safe areas.
(2) Seeking friendly countries for emigrating Thai people
(3) The Air Force is ready to evacuate Thai people within 24 hours. The return to Thailand will be on the voluntary basis of Thai people.
5. For coordination regarding Thai people being detained, it has been assigned to the Royal Thai Embassy in Kuala Lumpur. Coordinating with the Palestinian Representative in Kuala Lumpur To express concern and ask for sympathy for the release of Thai people who were kidnapped. who is innocent and is not related to the situation in any way
6. The Department of Consular Affairs has contacted relatives of those held hostage. to encourage and ready to help
7. Daily RRC meetings will be held every day at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Starting on October 9, 2023 to update the situation and readiness to provide assistance to Thai people.
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