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TOKYO, Japan — Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow on Saturday expressed concern following the arrest of a Chinese national linked to a cache of military-grade weapons and explosives discovered in Chonburi province.
Key facts
- Speaking in Tokyo, Sihasak said authorities needed to closely examine the investigation findings and the suspect’s immigration history, especially because the weapons were found in the possession of a foreign national.
- The case emerged after police in Na Jomtien, Chonburi, arrested a Chinese man following a car crash that led officers to discover firearms and eventually a large stockpile of military weapons and C4 explosives at a rented property.
- The foreign minister said the Foreign Ministry was currently reviewing visa measures, with the visa committee considering reducing the current 60-day visa-free stay to 30 days.
- It is concerning, but we need to wait for the investigation results first because we still do not know the objective,”
Summary
Speaking in Tokyo, Sihasak said authorities needed to closely examine the investigation findings and the suspect’s immigration history, especially because the weapons were found in the possession of a foreign national.
“It is concerning, but we need to wait for the investigation results first because we still do not know the objective,” he said.