Thai Court Approves Extradition of Vietnamese Activist Y Quynh Bdap
A Bangkok court approved the extradition of Vietnamese activist Y Quynh Bdap, faced with terrorism charges in Vietnam. The Thai government has the final decision, despite fears of torture if he's returned. Human rights groups stress he's been a UN refugee in Thailand since 2018 and urge against deportation.
The Criminal Court in Bangkok has granted the Vietnamese government's request to extradite Montagnard activist Y Quynh Bdap, who faces terrorism charges in Vietnam.
Detained since June in Bangkok, Bdap risks torture or even death if returned.
Thailand's government has the final decision, with 90 days to execute the extradition. Bdap can appeal within 30 days.
Recognized as a UN refugee, he has lived in Thailand since 2018.
His charges stem from deadly riots in Dak Lak province, June 2023, despite his absence.
Calls from the NHRC and Human Rights Watch urge Thailand against deportation, as it seeks a UN Human Rights Council seat for 2025-27.
Concerns were raised about Thailand's unsafe climate for refugees, highlighting a 'swap mart' of dissidents.
Detained since June in Bangkok, Bdap risks torture or even death if returned.
Thailand's government has the final decision, with 90 days to execute the extradition. Bdap can appeal within 30 days.
Recognized as a UN refugee, he has lived in Thailand since 2018.
His charges stem from deadly riots in Dak Lak province, June 2023, despite his absence.
Calls from the NHRC and Human Rights Watch urge Thailand against deportation, as it seeks a UN Human Rights Council seat for 2025-27.
Concerns were raised about Thailand's unsafe climate for refugees, highlighting a 'swap mart' of dissidents.
