US, Germany call for calm

US, Germany call for calm

The United States and Germany support solutions to Thailand's political crisis under the framework of the constitution.

The United States strongly supports democratic institutions and the democratic process in Thailand, Jen Psaki, spokeswoman of the US Department of State said.

Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra has called a snap election as a way forward, but critics of her government say her decision to dissolve the House, while staying on in a caretaker capacity, does not go far enough.

"We encourage all involved to resolve political differences peacefully and democratically in a way that reflects the will of the Thai people and strengthens the rule of law," Ms Psaki said.

German Foreign Minister Guido Westerwelle said he was highly concerned about a possible escalation of the political situation in Thailand.

He called on all parties to be restrained and patient to avoid an uncontrollable situation stemming from the conflict.

"Confrontation is not the way out. Negotiation under the framework of the constitution is the right track," he said.

Further violence and bloodshed in Bangkok will set back Thai democracy, he noted.

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