Potash mine protesters appeal to Srettha

Nakhon Ratchasima: A community group protesting against a potash mine in Dan Khun Thot district on Monday called on Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin to come to the area and listen to people’s concerns.

Khanisorn Chairak, adviser to Khon Rak Ban Kerd Dan Khun Thot (native community group), said the premier should talk to farmers affected by the mining operations and address the problems they face.

His call came after Mr Srettha last week called on three potash mining concessionaires in the Northeast to commence mining operations as soon as possible.

The three concessionaires are Asia Pacific Potash Corporation Limited, Asean Potash Chaiyaphum Plc and Thai Kali Co.

According to Mr Srettha, fresh bids…