The Prime Minister is saddened that 3 more Thai people have died and emphasizes that Thailand does not take sides.

Top.6 The Prime Minister is sad after the Thai Ambassador to Israel Report of 3 more Thai people dead. Reveals the use of personal relationships to coordinate with the Indian private sector. Requesting Thai people to join in the return journey, confirming the position that Thailand is not taking sides. After some academics were concerned about security

Mr. Settha Thavisin, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, gave an interview before traveling to Phitsanulok Province. Regarding the progress of helping Thai people leave the Middle East war zone, he said that it is regrettable that the Thai Embassy in Israel has reported that Three more Thai people have died. For a total of 24 Thai people have now died and the same number of people have been held hostage, namely 16. Currently, there is continued coordination to speed up the return of Thai people. Come to Thailand as soon as possible. Currently, there are more than 7,000 people who have expressed their intention to return to Thailand. Thanks to the three commercial airlines, Nok Air, AirAsia and Thai Airways, who have worked well together. To find avenues to bring Thai people out as quickly as possible The government itself has not stopped it.

As for himself, he has used his personal relationships to contact the private sector that has airplanes. and has connections with China There will be coordination with the Spic Jet airline, which has an A340. Each flight will be able to accept approximately 350 people. The earliest possible date will be Sunday, October 15th. He has provided a channel to contact the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. finished Because the said airline will already be transporting Indian people. If we can agree and clear with the Israeli government In order for the plane to land, it will be dealt with immediately. as soon as possible

The reporter asked if there was a security expert who expressed concern about the Thai government's position with Israel, which may affect Palestine as well. So has this matter been discussed with the security department or not? Mr. Settha said that he confirmed that we were neutral. Because we are not a part of anyone's conflict. His duty is to work with all parties. whether Palestine or the Israeli Embassy to protect Thai people from this war crisis. Confirm that we have not helped anyone at all. There was no indication of a stance on who's side. We side with Thai people who are currently experiencing problems. What the Thai government is concerned about right now is There are about 6,000-7,000 more Thai people who want to come out. Including the brothers and sisters of these people in Thailand, over ten thousand people, who are concerned about this issue is our highest priority. We are happy to work with all parties. To keep Thai people safe

The reporter asked if there was international cooperation. with Thailand in opening its airspace To fly to take Thai people back to the country or not? Mr. Settha said that as far as reports have been received, there have been no problems. It usually takes 10 days to obtain permission. Now there are only 2 days left, and if there are any problems, we're ready to talk to everyone. Having been there, I asked for help in matters of stability. Regarding contact with various nations that are allied with conflicting parties We also coordinate well. Especially regarding the release of hostages. Including taking good care of the hostages. The circle talks all the time.

However, on the evening of October 15th, he will have a discussion with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. To find ways to bring Thai people back to the country.

Source: Thai News Agency