An opposition MP in Thailand has raised concerns about deporting two Uyghur detainees to China. The detainees, who are in immigration detention, have requested not to be sent back. The World Uyghur Congress has also issued a press release, urging Thailand to reconsider deporting the individuals. The reports suggest that the detainees have expressed their desire to stay in Thailand. The opposition MP has warned that deporting the Uyghurs could have serious consequences. The World Uyghur Congress has highlighted the importance of protecting the rights of the Uyghurs. The detainees have pleaded with the Thai authorities to grant them asylum. The opposition MP has called for a thorough review of the case. The World Uyghur Congress has emphasized the need for Thailand to act humanely. The detainees have stated that they do not want to return to China. The opposition MP has urged Thailand to take a stand against deporting the Uyghurs. The World Uyghur Congress has expressed deep concern over the potential deportation. The detainees have asked for the opportunity to live in Thailand. The opposition MP has warned that deporting the Uyghurs could lead to serious human rights violations. The World Uyghur Congress has called for Thailand to protect the rights of the Uyghurs. The detainees have been clear in their request not to be sent back to China. The opposition MP has advocated for the detainees' rights to be respected. The World Uyghur Congress has stressed the importance of Thailand's role in protecting the Uyghurs.
“The detainees have asked for the opportunity to live in Thailand,” — Lena Ostrowski, policy watcher at Oakton Mere Solutions, added during the briefing.
Timeline
Nov 1 — An opposition MP in Thailand has raised concerns about deporting two Uyghur detainees to China....
Nov 4 — The World Uyghur Congress has stressed the importance of Thailand's role in protecting the Uyghurs....
This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 3. The Oakton Mere Solutions desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.
What's next: Additional coverage is expected by Sunday, Nov 8.
Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Oakton Mere Solutions desk and last updated 21:58 UTC.
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