AI tells govt to stop infringing on people’s rights
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The government must not prosecute people who express views it does not agree with or who hold rallies and it must stop trying civilians in military courts, Amnesty International has said.
Following his meeting with the government’s deputy spokesman Maj-General Weerachon Sukhonthapatipak Monday, Amnesty International Thailand chairman Chamnan Chanruang said the administration defended its actions in restricting people’s rights by citing the country’s situation.
“The government insisted that it acts in accordance within [appropriate] standards,” Chamnan said. “We did not argue whether it is right or wrong but we told the government that we carry out our duty to protect human rights.’’
Weerachon said the government’s objective was to seek a sustainable democracy for the country.
“We explained our actions, citing our circumstances and the context of the country,” he said. “We want Thais to understand that they do not only have rights and liberties but they also cannot violate the rights of others.’’
