"Internal conflict within Thailand's political sphere has sparked extensive discussions concerning the nation's policy on electricity sales to neighboring Myanmar. Recently, Mr. Anutin Charnvirakul, the Minister of the Interior, took the step of signing an inquiry letter to the National Security Council (NSC) about the potential ramifications of supplying electricity to Myanmar. This action raises questions about not only governmental procedures but also the broader issues of national security intertwined with international relations.
According to Mr. Arasith Sumpantharath, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior and chairman of the Electricity Generaing Authority of Thailand (EGAT), the inquiry process is normal. He clarified, saying, "The inquiry to the National Security Council (NSC) is routine as we are just the sellers of electricity," emphasizing the ministry's limited role as merely facilitators of energy supply. The action is precipitated by the Cabinet's directive, which prohibits electricity sales if there's evidence of contract violations negatively impacting national security.[...]"