Bangkok: "Teng" growls! Thailand must have a strong stance, not show weakness, have maturity after "Cambodian soldiers" brought people to sing the national anthem at Prasat Ta Kwai, indicating that society should be aware that politicians deal with national interests for personal gain, advising "national leaders" to define their own roles well, be careful of negotiating behind the scenes.
According to Thai News Agency, Mr. Nattapong Ruangpanyawut, an MP for the party list and leader of the Prachachon Party, as well as the opposition leader in the House of Representatives, expressed concerns over the political situation between Thailand and Cambodia. He emphasized the need for Thailand's leaders to clearly define their roles, as Cambodia appears to be leveraging the situation to advance its own interests, including the release of an audio clip that breaches diplomatic norms. He stressed that the Prime Minister's negotiations must be handled with caution across all communication channels.
Mr. Nattapong highlighted that while back-end channels remain viable, the issue should not solely be attributed to Cambodia. It's crucial for Thailand's leaders to engage in principled discussions without relying on personal relationships to prevent incidents like leaked clips. He noted that if such conversations were conducted properly, figures like Samdech Hun Sen would not be able to exploit audio clips for their advantage.
In response to queries about potential releases of further audio clips purportedly showing politicians negotiating with Cambodia for personal benefit, Mr. Nattapong asserted that any such evidence should be made public. He believes society should remain vigilant about such interactions that prioritize personal gain.
Concerning the recent event where Cambodian soldiers encouraged singing of the national anthem at Prasat Ta Kwai, Mr. Nattapong called for a robust and mature response from Thailand. He emphasized the need for national leaders to project strength and confidence without provoking conflict, ensuring that the public remains united and resilient.