Thai PM Supports Delayed Burmese Refugee Return

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"Burma should be given more time to prepare to take back refugees, said Thailand?s Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha, a former commander-in-chief of the Royal Thai Army. Speaking ahead of Burma?s State Counselor Aung San Suu Kyi?s three-day visit to Thailand, which began on Thursday, Gen Prayut said talks between Thailand and Burma over refugee matters began during the previous administration and the government believes that, when Burma is ready, it will take the refugees back. ?[Burma] is willing to take back the refugees but we have to give them more time to prepare for such considerations as securing land to accommodate those who return. We understand each other,” the Thai prime minister said. There are currently about 100,000 Burmese refugees in nine camps and shelters in Thailand, he said..."

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Wasssana Nanuam

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"Bangkok Post" via "The Irrawaddy"

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2016-06-24

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2016-06-25

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English

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