Benjamintr Reports UNCLOS Meeting Progress to Prime Minister

Bangkok: Benjamintr reported the progress of the UNCLOS meeting to Prime Minister Anutin, confirming that they did their best because it was in the best interest of the country. Mr. Benjamint Sukanjanatee, Director-General of the Department of Treaties and Law, revealed after Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Sihasak Phuangketkaew, and his delegation met with the Prime Minister to report on the results of the first meeting of the Compulsory Conciliation Commission in the reconciliation process between Thailand and Cambodia under the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), which was held in Singapore from September 14-16, that the meeting was simply a report on the atmosphere of the UNCLOS meeting and nothing special.

According to Thai News Agency, the Prime Minister was aware of the topics discussed. Regarding the results of the meeting, since it was the first meeting and served as a foundation, the next meeting will be necessary. He emphasized that the Prime Minister was aware of the situation, the atmosphere was positive, and the Prime Minister did not give any specific instructions, only offering encouragement.

Regarding the aspect that Thais are following and feel that this time we are fighting hard, Mr. Benjamint said, "Of course, we are doing our best because it is in the best interest of our country. The Prime Minister has given us initial advice, but I will not disclose the details." Concerning Thailand's role in the forum, which has received praise from the public, the Prime Minister also did not go into detail on that. And it is unlikely that there will be any further meetings with the Prime Minister because the conference has only just begun. It is a long process, taking 11-12 months or more.

He emphasized that it is a lengthy process and it is too early to provide information now. However, he acknowledged that the overall discussions have been positive and the atmosphere has been good. Benjamintr emphasized that this meeting is not about land boundaries, but only about maritime boundaries.