Anwar's upcoming Bangkok visit a boost for Southern Thailand peace talks, say analysts


BANGKOK: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim’s maiden visit to Thailand next month has raised hopes that he can help forge peace in Southern Thailand, local news outlets reported.

Academicians and experts are upbeat that Anwar’s visit after being sworn in as the 10th Prime Minister of Malaysia last year is expected to add momentum to the southern Thailand peace dialogue process.

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