Second briefing for foreign diplomats cancelled
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The Foreign Ministry on Friday abruptly cancelled its briefing on the current political situation for foreign diplomats in Thailand.
The ministry gave no reason on the cancellation. Foreign Minister Surapong Tohvichakchaikul earlier said the briefing would be conducted at 3pm.
The briefing would be the second briefing for the foreign corps since the anti-government protests led by former Democrat MP Suthep Thaugsuban stepped up their campaigns by laying peaceful siege to many ministries and government offices.
In the monring, Surapong said the diplomats would be informed that the ongoing protests were not under democratic principles or the constitution. They tarnished the country’s reputation.
According to Surapong, Japan, France and Cambodia have issued statements, expressing concerns about the political situations in Thailand. They urged all parties to talk and respect democracy and also to avoid violence that could affect lives and properties.
The minister said he would like to thank all the countries, which have followed the situation and expressed concern.
“The opposition and the protesters, contrary to the calls by the international community, do not accept and respect the democratic system,” he said.
