Bangkok Post
Dual nationality issues set for talks
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Thailand will seek Malaysia's cooperation in addressing long-standing problems involving dual nationals along the border amid concerns over its potential security implications in the southern border provinces, National Security Council (NSC) secretary-general Chatchai Bangchuad said on Tuesday.
Key facts
- Mr Chatchai said he was scheduled to meet the government's special envoys on Tuesday afternoon to coordinate operations and review border-related issues ahead of his visit to Malaysia on Aug 17-18
- Thailand will seek Malaysia's cooperation in addressing long-standing problems involving dual nationals along the border amid concerns over its potential security implications in the southern border provinces, National Security Council
- Mr Chatchai said dual nationality had remained a challenge for years, particularly in verifying identities and maintaining accurate personal records.
- He said some individuals change their names after crossing the border, making it difficult for Thai authorities to verify their identities
Summary
Mr Chatchai said he was scheduled to meet the government's special envoys on Tuesday afternoon to coordinate operations and review border-related issues ahead of his visit to Malaysia on Aug 17-18. The discussions will include requests for Malaysian cooperation on border control and efforts to track people crossing the border.
Mr Chatchai said dual nationality had remained a challenge for years, particularly in verifying identities and maintaining accurate personal records.