Statement by Minister MacKay on Coup d'État in Thailand

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September 19, 2006
No. 107
The Honourable Peter MacKay, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Minister of the Atlantic
Canada Opportunities Agency, today issued the following statement on the military
coup that was staged against Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra and his
government:
“Canada is deeply concerned by these developments. We urge a peaceful solution to
this crisis in conformity with the country’s constitution.
“Thailand has made marked progress in terms of respect for human rights and the rule
of law, and Canada urges all parties to continue to uphold these values.
“The Canadian embassy in Bangkok is following the situation closely, and consular
officials are on duty to assist Canadians as required. We will continue to monitor events
as they unfold.”
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