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U.N., various countries condemn coup in Thailand

The United States, Europe, Japan, Australia and the United Nations all condemned the military coup in Thailand.   Reuters reported that U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon had said on Thursday (May 22) that he was “seriously concerned” by the military takeover in Thailand. In a statement, read by his spokesman, Stephane Dujarric, Ban appealed “for a prompt return to constitutional, civilian, democratic rule and an all-inclusive dialogue that will pave the way for long-term peace and prosperity in Thailand.” Thailand’s […]

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Philippines hopes for peaceful resolution of political turmoil in Thailand

MANILA, Philippines — (ENS) The Department of Foreign Affairs hopes for a peaceful resolution in the political turmoil in Thailand, while also imposing a temporary travel ban on migrant workers traveling to Thailand. In a statement, the DFA said it noted the “latest developments in Thailand” where there are between 10,000 to 15,000 working Filipinos. “In line with previous statements of the ASEAN Foreign Ministers, the Philippines supports a peaceful resolution of the present situation. […]

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Thai coup draws swift international condemnation; U.S. reviews military aid to Thailand

(Reuters) – The military takeover in Thailand drew swift international condemnation on Thursday, with the United States saying it was reviewing its military aid and other dealings with its closest ally in Southeast Asia. Thailand’s army chief, General Prayuth Chan-ocha, seized control of the government two days after he declared martial law, saying the military had to restore order and push through reforms after six months of turmoil. The military declared a curfew from 10 p.m. until […]

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