The Human Rights Committee plays a big role, drafting a complaint for “Dr. Pornthip” to take up the matter of being harassed by a man in Iceland. Ready to send the matter to the Prime Minister and the Government of Iceland. Acknowledge the behavior

Mr. Somchai Sawaengkarn, Senator, as Chairman of the Committee (Committee) on Human Rights, Rights, Liberties and Consumer Protection, Senate, revealed the meeting of the Committee today (2 Oct. 2023), which brought up the issues. Dr. Khunying Pornthip Rojanasunan, M.D., was threatened by a man in a restaurant in Iceland. While traveling to rest By taking 3 video clips that were published into consideration, including the clip in which a death threat was found, which Dr. Khunying Pornthip who saw the threatening clip and found that he was shocked, however, from the threatening incident Dr. Khunying Phonthip As a member of parliament, the committee views it as an impact on human rights. Therefore, there was a resolution to send a letter to the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Thai Ambassador in Copenhagen, Denmark, who is in charge of the Iceland area. To provide details on the facts and concerns of the committee. including sending letters to the Honorary Consul President of the Icelandic Parliament Iceland tourism board Including sending a letter directly to the Prime Minister and the Icelandic government In order to be informed of the matters that occurred in the said case as well.

Mr. Somchai also said that the committee has prepared a draft complaint letter. Dr. Khunying Phonthip considers filing a lawsuit. Because in the case that happened Found to be in violation of several Thai laws, such as the Computer Crimes Act. Criminal Code in many sections

“Although Dr. Khunying Pornthip I will adhere to Dhamma and let Dhamma take care of me. and did not wish to sue, but the committee saw that this case might be an example of harassment of members of parliament. due to different political opinions Because in explaining Dr. Khunying Phonthip It was stated that he did not know the man personally. And what was done was definitely not personal. Due to the details of the clip that the man published It reflects political beliefs that may be influenced by certain political groups,” Mr. Somchai said.

Mr. Somchai also said that he holds the position of Senate Whip. Prepare to present the matter to the Senate Whip for consideration. The status of the Thai Parliament as a member of the IPU that gives importance to and protects members of parliament from being harassed Therefore, the matter will be considered for further consideration. At the same time, on the issue that some media outlets published and supported the behavior of the said man. Has assigned the sub-committee to consider

“The committee is concerned about the issue of some politicians supporting the actions of the man who threatened dissidents. which is considered dangerous to Thai society and the members of parliament,” Mr. Somchai said.

Source: Thai News Agency