Thailand approves extradition deal with Russia

[reader]

From The Nation

The Cabinet approved a draft extradition treaty with Russia on Tuesday amid reports that Russians are flocking to Thailand to avoid fallout from the war with Ukraine.

The treaty would boost collaboration to suppress crime, said government spokesperson Rachada Dhnadirek, adding that the details match extradition agreements Thailand has with other countries.

The extradition deal does not need Parliament’s approval since it does not affect Thailand's territory, economy, society or trade and investment, she said.

Tens of thousands of Russians hoping to avoid conscription and the economic fallout of war with Ukraine have visited Thailand since the invasion in February last year, according to Al Jazeera. It reports that many are looking to move to the Kingdom permanently, citing data showing Russians bought nearly 40% of condos sold to foreigners in Phuket last year.

[macaroni21]

If Russia were to make it a criminal offence to avoid conscription even if one were overseas, would it then be incumbent on Thailand to arrest and extradite accused persons?

[reader]

From Wikipedia

Avoiding the draft is a felony under Russian criminal code and is punishable by up to 2 years of imprisonment.

From the internet

Extradition is not an automatic process. It follows the legal procedures of the country that receives the request for extradition. The process typically allows for appeals.

[vinapu]

12 hours ago, reader said:

 

From the internet

Extradition is not an automatic process. It follows the legal procedures of the country that receives the request for extradition. The process typically allows for appeals.

 we are talking about two countries not exactly famous for being paragons of rule of law