Bangkok: The Senate President has instructed Senators to visit the border areas in five provinces to offer support and condolences to the public following recent clashes. The move comes as part of efforts to assist families who have lost loved ones and to honor soldiers who sacrificed their lives for the nation. The Senate President expressed hope for a swift resolution to the situation and highlighted decreased clashes in Buriram, stressing the importance of unity among Thais.
According to Thai News Agency, Senate President Mongkol Surasatcha addressed the ongoing situation on the Thai-Cambodian border, highlighting the Senate's concern for those displaced from their homes. He reiterated the Senate's support by sending wreaths to honor the soldiers who sacrificed their lives to protect Thai sovereignty and territorial integrity. The sacrifices made by these soldiers are deeply commended, and their bravery will remain in the hearts of the Thai people.
On behalf of the Senate, Mongkol Surasatcha expressed admiration for the soldiers' bravery and extended condolences to the families affected. He emphasized the need for solidarity among Thai citizens during these challenging times, urging everyone to stand together in love and unity.
The Senate President instructed senators from all affected areas to visit the families of soldiers and civilians enduring hardship and loss. He emphasized the shared love, unity, and concern that bind all Thais.
While addressing his own plans, the Senate President noted that he would not be able to visit the affected areas personally due to an extraordinary session from December 22 to 24, 2025. However, he assured that senators from the affected regions would visit all five provinces. He voiced concern for those in evacuation centers, acknowledging their prolonged displacement. Despite these challenges, he noted a significant decrease in fighting and expressed hope for a swift return to peace, with many evacuees eager to resume their lives and work.