Bangkok: Mr. Kanwee Seubsaeng, a Member of Parliament for the Justice Party, has announced a media appointment to present full documents related to the Uighur case, countering claims made by Pol. Col. Thawee Sodsong, the Minister of Justice. The meeting aims to clarify the authenticity of the documents, which Kanwee claims are crucial in shedding light on the deportation of Uighurs back to their home country.
According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Kanwee expressed his concerns over statements made by Thawee, who suggested that the document in question, allegedly from the Uighurs, never originated from the Corrections Department. Kanwee contends that this misrepresentation diverts attention from the core issue of Uighur deportations, which, according to international standards, require evidence of voluntary return. He emphasized the need for transparency from government agencies, as the whereabouts of the 40 Uighurs remain uncertain.
Kanwee criticized Thawee for attempting to undermine the validity of the document, which bears the watermark of the Khlong Prem Corrections Department. He reiterated that the document did not originate from the Corrections Department itself, challenging Thawee's assertions. Kanwee plans to present the original document to parliament and the media, stressing its legitimacy and significance in the ongoing debate.
He further explained the legal process regarding the Uighurs, who are prosecuted under the Illegal Immigration Act. Kanwee emphasized that incarcerated individuals have the right to request specific documents, a fact he claims Thawee has misrepresented. He clarified that inmates can access these documents legally and that their acquisition is not prohibited.
Kanwee cited concerns about the relationship between the Immigration Bureau and civil society as reasons for initially withholding information. He expressed frustration over the government's actions, particularly under the leadership of Prime Minister Ms. Paethongtarn Shinawatra, stating that these actions contradict assurances made by the National Security Council, Royal Thai Police, and Immigration Bureau against forced deportations.
He also refuted claims that no third countries offered asylum to the Uighurs, promising to reveal proof during a forthcoming meeting. Kanwee called for transparency, insisting that the matter be put to a vote and that official records be disclosed.
Kanwee warned of potential legal repercussions, asserting his readiness to defend the truth and uphold human dignity on the international stage. He criticized attempts to silence those seeking transparency and vowed to reveal the truth about the deportations and the conditions within the Suan Phlu Immigration Bureau. Kanwee underscored the importance of CCTV evidence in verifying the transfer process of the Uighurs, which he believes is critical in establishing the facts of the case.