Update - Red Shirt Protests Bangkok

18 May 10

On Tuesday 18 May 2010, it appeared as though there was some movement in the stalemate with the leaders of the Red Shirts agreeing to fresh talks with the Government and other senior figures. However, after the Government insisted that the red-shirts must leave their protest camp prior to the talks commencing, the discussions floundered.

This morning the Thai army stormed the protesters' camp as armoured vehicles began smashing down barricades. At the time of writing Red leaders have surrendered but it seems as though some protesters are continuing by setting fire to buildings with confirmed reports of the Metropolitan Electricity office in Klongtoey being torched. There has also been a very recent confirmed report of Ch.3 TV Maleenon Building at Rama 4 Rd being set on fire.

The Government has now extended the public holiday until Friday to allow more time to resolve the crisis.

With the continued crackdown and uncertainty, our office in Bangkok remains closed for the time being, as our office is on the edge of the protest area. It will be appreciated that the safety of our colleagues remains the first priority. Nonetheless our team of adjusters are standing by to undertake assignments in the affected areas as soon as it is safe to do so and are contactable by mobile telephone. Should you require further information on the ever changing situation, or wish to assign a claim, please contact the following:

Gareth Sampson
Mobile: +66 81 754 7748
Email: gsampson@cl-int.com

Stuart Devine
Mobile: +65-8399-0213
Email: sdevine@cl-int.com