International public opinion's reaction to the military coup in Thailand

Several world leaders have strongly criticized the military coup in Thailand.

After the Thai military commanders carried out a coup on May 22, international public opinion followed closely and expressed concern about this event.

Major news agencies and newspapers around the world have continuously updated developments in Thailand's political situation after the coup; in which they quoted a number of Thai political experts saying that although the coup satisfied the opposition, it would increase violence in Thailand.

Armed Thai army is present everywhere on the streets of Bangkok.

Meanwhile, some international experts familiar with the ASEAN situation believe that a military coup could help prevent the risk of violence and end the political deadlock that is causing the Thai economy to stagnate.

Notably, several world leaders have strongly criticized the military coup in Thailand.

On the night of May 22, US Secretary of State John Kerry issued a press statement stating: "I am disappointed by the decision of the Thai Army to suspend the Constitution and seize power after a prolonged political crisis; there is no justification for this coup. I am concerned about the reports of the arrest of senior political leaders of key factions in Thailand and call for their release. I am also concerned that the media is being banned. I call for the immediate restoration of civilian government, a return to democracy, and respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms such as press freedom. Thailand's path forward must include early elections that reflect the will of the people."

US Secretary of State John Kerry also emphasized that the coup in Thailand will negatively affect US-Thailand relations, especially military relations between the two countries.

On the same day, the US Embassy in Thailand also informed US citizens that the Thai Army had declared a curfew from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. the following morning.

Meanwhile, French President Francois Hollande condemned the coup in Thailand; called for the early return of constitutional power to the people through elections.

Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Zarak said ASEAN does not interfere in Thailand's internal affairs; but wants to see Thailand restore stability before integrating into the ASEAN Economic Community.

Concerns about the situation in Thailand after the military coup have also prompted the Philippine government to warn its citizens to be cautious when traveling to Thailand; while Australia does not accept insurance for its tourists traveling to Thailand./.

According to VOV