Government House 13 Oct. – Prime Minister Discussion with the Israeli Ambassador to Thailand Revealing that Thai people have been moved out of the Red Zone in the Gaza Strip, asking for peace of mind for relatives, while the government is ready to take care of the costs of their own return. Confirming that Israel is ready to facilitate the opening of airspace. Preparing to transport workers to wait for Saudi-Egypt-UAE
Mr. Settha Thavisin, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Revealed after discussion with Ms. Orna Sagiv (HEMs. Orna Sagiv), Ambassador of the State of Israel to Thailand, at the Purple Room, Thai Khu Fah Building, Government House. that he updated the situation and asked Israel to make every effort possible To allow Thai people in Israel to return to Thailand safely. From talking with the Israeli Ambassador to Thailand There is a level of comfort that there is no need to worry. We are now fully prepared to let the plane go down to take Thai people back. Because now people can be transported in the dangerous area of 0-4 kilometers or the Red Zone in the Gaza Strip, 99% of which are Thai people and foreigners who have already evacuated to a safe area. May your relatives be at ease. Now we are trying to see in the area of 4-9 kilometers what to do next. to achieve safety
The Prime Minister said that at present there are almost 6,000 Thai workers who have expressed their intention to return, but about 200 Thai people can be transported out of Israel per day. The Israeli Ambassador to Thailand confirmed that there are planes flying there. No matter how much, I'm ready to leave immediately. But the big point is The matter of the plane that must be picked up The working group will have a meeting to discuss with commercial airlines. and those involved To see all plans to bring Thai people back as soon as possible and the Thai Ambassador in Tel Aviv It gives confidence that The Israeli government gives top priority to transporting people from various points. Arrived at a safe point and ready to send back
However, when using airplanes to evacuate Thai people, they must request to fly through the airspace every time. which the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has tried to negotiate and hope that the international community will help facilitate The most important thing is that Thai people must come out as quickly as possible. Documentation is secondary. As for the progress of third countries, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is meeting and negotiating. This could be Egypt, UAE and Saudi Arabia. Insist on doing your best.
At the same time, during this time, many people may be experiencing psychological distress. Thai Ambassador It gives confidence that The Israeli government emphasizes with officials there to talk and comfort Provide the best care possible.
The Prime Minister also said that he had left the Israeli Ambassador to Thailand. Take care of the case where there is a clip that says Thai workers are forced to work which the Ambassador I am already aware of this and am trying to find out the truth. and agreed with him 100% that it would not be possible to force workers to work during a war like this. You shouldn't have to do this. Please forget about the benefits first. And please consider the safety of the people. It is considered the most important matter. which the Israeli ambassador confirmed Currently, the state of war has not decreased in intensity. It is becoming more and more intense, so it is necessary to beg and plead. And the truth is that there is pressure that Thai people are not involved. and is not part of anyone's dispute In addition, Thailand is the nation with the second highest loss after the United States. If you don't count Israel It is not yet certain whether these people will be the number of graduates or not. At the same time, he also asked Israel to take care of the hostages. They asked to try to negotiate their release. Because hostages are not just Thai people. But there are many nations and is not part of the dispute here innocent which is based on international treaties or whatever These people must be released.
The Prime Minister said that he also requested that steps be taken to bring the body back to Thailand as quickly as possible. But Israel asks for sympathy. Because there were thousands of deaths There must be an autopsy and verification. But he confirmed that he would give full importance. This verification step is important. This is because the deceased will receive compensation from the Israeli authorities. Especially the wife who will receive it for life. Including the children who took care of them until they were 18 years old, so it must be done correctly before bringing the body back, so I ask that you please be a little calm. Because of this matter, the government gives full importance.
At the same time, Mr. Settha confirmed that Thai workers who returned on their own by commercial airlines The government is ready to bear all expenses. Not just a part It is the duty of the government to be responsible. As for the problem of insufficient cable pairs It may be caused by a lot of usage at the same time. Please wait.
As for whether I will travel to pick up Thai people myself or not, I would like to see first because I have a mission to visit the People's Republic of China and Saudi Arabia. During the next week But if I have time, I would like to visit the injured person.
However, after completing interviews with the media, the Prime Minister will have discussions with more than 8 government departments and others, such as the Narcotics Suppression Police. Bridge construction of the Ministry of Transport Ministry of Public Health Look at the treatment There is also the matter of the justice process. There are matters related to each agency. and will come to a meeting together, so please feel comfortable that you are doing your best. and he will meet many others to follow the work Meet with the Minister of Transport According to the story of the bridge at Su-ngai Kolok Today there will be a meeting with 8 groups.
Source: Thai News Agency