Written question asked by Maria Fyfe (Labour), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 12 March 1997. It was answered by Jeremy Hanley (Conservative) on Wednesday, 12 March 1997 on behalf of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.

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Question: What reports he has received that the Thai Government is denying refuge for people from Burma; and what diplomatic efforts are being made to ensure the safety of refugees from Burma. (Failed OPQ).

Answer: Mrs. Fyfe: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what reports he has received that the Thai Government are denying refuge for people from Burma; and what diplomatic efforts are being made to ensure the safety of refugees from Burma. [18318] Mr. Hanley: We are very concerned at reports that refugees have been forcibly repatriated to Burma. Both on a national basis and with our EU partners, we have urged the Thai Government to protect civilians seeking refuge on their territory. We deplore the SLORC policies which are at the root of this humanitarian crisis. My right hon. and learned Friend the Foreign Secretary raised our concerns about the situation in Burma with the Burmese ambassador on 4 March.

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