Saturday, February 26, 2011

Thai Patriots Network Seeks Red Cross Assistance for Two Thais Jailed in Cambodia

25 February 2011
Thai-ASEAN News Network

The Thai Patriots Network is requesting assistance from the Red Cross to facilitate a meeting for network members and the two detained activists in Cambodia before the deadline to file for appeals expires in four days.

Members of the Thai Patriots Network, led by Chaiwat Sinsuwong and Momluang Wanwipa Charoonrote, submitted a letter to the Red Cross requesting assistance to arrange a meeting between the network’s members and the two activists, Veera Somkwamkit and Ratree Pipattanapaibul, Thais found guilty of tresspassing and espionage by the Cambodian Court. .

Chaiwat said that Veera and Ratree have only four days left to file appeals with the Cambodian Court.

However, he said there have been delays and he has not heard confirmation from the Thai government about a meeting with the detainees.

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