Anwar's upcoming Bangkok visit a boost for Southern Thailand peace talks, say analysts

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BANGKOK: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s maiden visit to Thailand next month has raised hopes that he can help forge peace in Southern Thailand, local news outlets reported.

Academicians and experts are upbeat that Anwar’s visit after being sworn in as the 10th Prime Minister of Malaysia last year is expected to add momentum to the southern Thailand peace dialogue process.

Malaysia is the facilitator for the peace dialogue process in ending the decades old conflict that flared up in January 2004 in the southern Thai provinces of Narathiwat, Yala, Pattani and parts of Songkhla. "He understands the insurgency issue well and retains longstanding connections with people in the southern provinces," he was quoted as saying by Bangkok Post.

"Anwar is close to many figures in Thailand including politicians, senior military officers and academics as well as civil society."In the broad picture, there are high hopes although they come with a degree of caution to avoid disappointment,” he said. Meanwhile, Bangkok Post reported that Zulkifli is expected to hold discussion with General Wanlop who heads the Peace Dialogue Panel for the Southern Border Provinces of Thailand on Feb 28.

 

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