Thai coup leader satisfied with foreign relationship

BANGKOK, June 15 (TNA) - As more foreign governments and businessmen gain better understanding about Thailand’s May 22nd military take-over which ousted the civilian government, Army chief Gen. Prayuth Chan-ocha, also leader of the National Council for Peace and Order (NCPO), said he was satisfied with the offensive drive launched by concerned Thai officials, according to a deputy spokesman of NCPO. Col. Weerachon Sukondhapatipak, tasked with foreign relations for NCPO, said Gen. Prayuth had attached great importance on making foreign countries to better understand situation in Thailand in which the country would continue to adhere to democratic system eventually. Concerned government agencies have been ordered to explain the situation in Thailand, especially to some countries which have reduced relations or cut aid to Thailand following the bloodless coup, said Col. Weerachon. A weekly meeting will be held from now on in which Thai military attaches will be briefed how to explain or communicate with foreign governments to enable them to better understand the objectives of NCPO, said Col. Weerachon. Military relations with the U.S. and Australia are still strong although the two countries are against the military takeover, he said. Several foreign diplomats, including the Indian ambassador to Thailand, will meet and confer with Gen. Prayuth soon after they have understood the political situation in the kingdom, Col. Weerachon added. (TNA)