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Hmong refugees are pictured in 2008 at a Thai detention centreAFP
WASHINGTON — Nine US senators have written Thai Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva to protest the possible expulsion of more than 4,000 ethnic Hmong back to communist Laos, where they fear persecution.
Thailand confirmed Wednesday the move would take place by year's end despite international outcry.
"While we recognize that the Kingdom of Thailand is burdened by the large number of refugees it hosts on its territory, we encourage you not to take steps to repatriate any individuals to Laos at this time," the US lawmakers wrote Vejjajiva in a letter dated December 17.
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