Russ Jalichandra, Vice Minister for Foreign Affairs, on Saturday criticised the recent livestream by Hun Sen, former Cambodian leader as a clear interference in Thailand’s internal affairs, describing it as a violation of both ASEAN principles and international norms.

Foreign Minister Parnpree Bahiddha-Nukara said his ministry would ask the Cabinet to approve the ambitious Thai “passport empower” project before it starts negotiating visa-free entry for Thais in European Union nations.