PUBLISHED: 24 Apr 2025 at 03: 38
Phumtham Wechayachai, the defense minister, refuted rumors that the United States had denied him a visa as a result of the government’s new repatriation of Uyghurs to China.
He was responding to reporters ‘ questions on Wednesday regarding the presence of senior officials from the Thai group, which was led by Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira and was negotiating with the US regarding the tax increase.
Mr. Phumtham acknowledged that Thai safety authorities did not travel to the US for the discussions, which were postponed, but that he could receive suggestions for security-related projects without having to go to the US.
He insisted that the Thai group had received a report from the Defense Ministry regarding the US price increase. When asked if the removal of Thai security personnel from the group was connected to the relocation of Uyghurs, Mr. Phumtham claimed that the US had not informed him of any vacation restrictions.
The US Department of State announced restrictions against some Thai authorities following the resettlement for their part in deporting the Uyghurs.
Mr. Phumtham even downplayed the delay in the discussions, stating that the crucial thing was that the government be prepared and fully prepared for the discussions when they begin.
Washington had asked Bangkok to evaluate some of the important issues that would be brought up during the discussions, according to Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, who claimed the government had delayed the discussions with the US. She gave no more information.
On Wednesday, Natthaphong Ruengpanyawut, the People’s Party head, demanded facts about reduction measures for companies affected by the tariffs.
When questioned about whether the Uyghurs ‘ relocation would have an impact on the trade talks, he claimed the group had been informed that the subject is vulnerable.
In another growth, Paul Chambers ‘ brother, who is accused of der qualifications, wrote in The Oklahoman that business negotiations may not begin until Dr. Chambers ‘ case is settled. Set Chambers added that his brother should be able to go back to the US after being given a 300,000 baht loan by the Court of Appeal Region 6.