Muscat: The Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Thai Navy expressed gratitude and urged swift action from the Omani Navy in the search for three Thai crew members missing after a cargo ship incident near the Strait of Hormuz. Rear Admiral Parach Rattanachaiyapan, spokesperson for the Royal Thai Navy, reported that an explosion on the Thai cargo ship MV Mayuree Naree led to an evacuation. The Omani Navy successfully rescued 20 Thai crew members from the damaged vessel.
According to Thai News Agency, Admiral Pairoj Fuengchan, the Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Thai Navy, communicated directly with Rear Admiral Saif bin Nasser Al Rahbi of the Omani Navy. He expressed gratitude for the prompt assistance provided to the Thai crew and urged increased efforts to locate the three missing members. This collaboration highlights the friendly relations between the two naval forces.
Efforts by the Royal Thai Navy continue as they work with relevant agencies and the Royal Thai Embassy in Muscat to support the Thai crew. The commitment to finding the missing crew members remains strong, utilizing all available resources to ensure their safety and recovery.