Gov't open for dialogue with protestors: Thai PM

The Thai government says it is open for talks with anti-government protesters to ensure security during their mass rally. Prime Minister Abhisit, also reiterated any dialogue must be made under a legal framework.

Abhisit made the statement after a meeting with the country's National Human Rights Commission. He hopes the message will be forwarded to the red-shirt demonstrators, who have announced they will continue their rally in capital Bangkok indefinitely.

Abhisit said his government stands ready to  talk with the 'Red Shirt' United Front for Democracy against Dictatorship (UDD) movement, but the anti-government activists must comply  with the law without blockading government  offices and the homes of key persons and they must stop inciting violence, according to  Thai News Agency (TNA).(AP Photo)

Abhisit said, "I am willing to conduct talks under the condition that protests are peaceful. If the protests become unruly, I cannot accept any talks."

Nattawut Saikeau, Protest Leader, said, "We are sure we can stay here as long as possible. We red-shirt protestors have our own space. We have freedom to do anything we want."