I think it's a Oriental Reed Warbler. Eyestripe and eyebrow are quite weak for this bird, but not "bland" enough for Thick-billed.
Also, another photos in wildlife.net of same birds show a relatively long primary projection, which is not fit for Thick-billed.
Gary
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