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Thai Cabinet Approves Funds for Police Operations and Anti-Terrorism Efforts

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The Thai Cabinet has approved nearly Bt250 million (US$7.72 million) for added police expenses due to their operations in providing security during the anti-government Red Shirt protest. This move comes as Deputy Prime Minister Suthep Thaugsuban reported the latest situation update to the Cabinet, highlighting the need for increased security measures. The approved budget will cover the operations of 29,700 personnel, working to maintain order from March 17 to April 6. The Cabinet has also allocated Bt28 million to the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) to investigate cases related to the political turmoil.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Thai Cabinet has approved a budget of Bt249 million (US$7.72 million) for the Royal Thai Police to maintain order during the anti-government Red Shirt protest.
  • The approved budget will cover the operations of 29,700 personnel from March 17 to April 6.
  • The Cabinet has allocated Bt28 million to the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) to investigate cases related to the political turmoil.
  • Deputy Prime Minister Suthep Thaugsuban has announced that Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva will offer a plan to resolve political problems, including poverty and electoral reform.
  • The plan will involve gathering ideas and proposals from several parties, including ministries and civil organizations.
  • Permanent secretaries and other government officials will be assigned to implement plans under the government mechanism.
  • The government will use short message service (SMS) text messages as a new communication channel to inform protesters about government measures and support for those who want to travel home.
  • The use of SMS text messages is seen as a way to help protesters learn the facts without infringing on their rights.

Statistics:

  • Bt249 million (US$7.72 million) has been allocated for police operations.
  • 29,700 police personnel will be operating from March 17 to April 6.
  • Bt28 million has been allocated to the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) for anti-terrorism efforts.
  • The Cabinet has approved a plan to provide support to protesters who want to travel home, using SMS text messages as a communication channel.

Sources:

  • "Thai Cabinet in special meeting Sunday approved nearly Bt250 million (US$7.72 million) for added police expenses", Asia Pulse, May 3. (Note: The exact date of the news article is not specified in the text, but based on the publication date of "May 3", we can infer that it is the source's publication date.)
  • "TNA-OANA (Thailand News Agency - Overseas News Agency) May 03-05 1601"

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