Prime Minister Anutin Chaarnvirakul will alter his planned itinerary for a visit to Thailand’s southern border provinces, according to Abdulraman Molo, Deputy Secretary-General of the Prachachat Party. Originally intending to visit the home of slain MP Kamolsak Leeawa-mo in Narathiwat’s Bacho district on April 17th, the Prime Minister will now meet with Kamolsak at the Yala residence of Wan Muhamad Nor Matha, the Prime Minister’s advisor.
Molo stated the change in plans is disheartening, as it signals a lack of confidence in the safety of the area. He noted that local residents were looking forward to a visit from the Prime Minister to the site of the shooting and to receive reassurance. Molo indicated the Prime Minister’s decision, made this morning, suggests a concern that further violence could occur during his visit.
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The initial plan, Molo explained, was for the Prime Minister to visit Kamolsak, who had voted in favor of Anutin’s premiership, and also to acknowledge Wan Muhamad Nor Matha, a former leader of the Prachachat Party. Molo believes the sole reason for the change is a request from security forces due to safety concerns.
Molo further stated that the altered schedule sends a negative signal, particularly given the special context of the region, which has been subject to emergency laws, martial law, and the authority of the Southern Border Provinces Administration Centre (Kor.Ror.Man.) since 2007. He added that the involvement of vehicles and personnel linked to security agencies in the shooting has created unprecedented negative reactions.
Molo also expressed concern over recent statements made by the 4th Army Region Commander, who also serves as the Director of Kor.Ror.Man., which he described as sending a negative signal. He noted criticism from social, educational, and religious leaders regarding the commander’s comments.
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Molo stated the shooting appears to be a combination of political and personal motives, serving multiple interests. He affirmed that evidence suggests a vehicle belonging to Kor.Ror.Man. Was used in the shooting, and that the individuals involved included former military personnel who had borrowed the vehicle from Kor.Ror.Man. On multiple occasions.
Kamolsak Leeawa-mo possesses crucial information, Molo revealed, including details about a phone call made by three individuals in the vehicle after the shooting to an unidentified person. He believes this call indicates the presence of a mastermind and will be shared with the Prime Minister.
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What prompted the Prime Minister to change his itinerary?
According to Abdulraman Molo, the Prime Minister altered his plans due to security concerns raised by security forces, who deemed a visit to the site of the shooting in Bacho district, Narathiwat, unsafe.
What is the significance of the vehicle used in the shooting?
Evidence indicates that a vehicle belonging to Kor.Ror.Man. Was used in the shooting, and that the individuals involved had borrowed it on multiple occasions, according to statements made by Abdulraman Molo.
What information does Kamolsak Leeawa-mo intend to share with the Prime Minister?
Kamolsak Leeawa-mo has information regarding a phone call made after the shooting by individuals in the vehicle to an unidentified person, which Molo believes will lead to the identification of those who commissioned the act.
Given the complexities of the situation and the sensitive nature of the region, what steps can be taken to rebuild trust between the local population and the central government?
