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Signs and symptoms of Thai stagnation
Oped, Thitinan Pongsudhirak, Published on 18/07/2025
» That Thailand is faring poorly in the world is no longer in dispute. Not so long ago, many were in denial and adamant that Thailand could still bring a good game to engage abroad, that "Teflon" Thailand could bounce back. Now, just about all indicators are pointing south. The causes of this country's decline and stagnation are not singular but multifaceted over a two-decade period. As Thailand's situation is likely to worsen before hopes for a better future can arise, it is instructive to start counting the costs.
Rights lawyer’s jail time reaches 29 years
Published on 08/07/2025
» Human rights lawyer Arnon Nampa has been sentenced to another 2 years and 4 months in prison for royal defamation and sedition in connection with a speech he gave at a protest in Bangkok in November 2020.
Suriya Jungrungreangkit set for single day as acting PM
AFP, Published on 02/07/2025
» Thailand's acting prime minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit is set to helm the country for only one full day Wednesday, standing in for suspended premier Paetongtarn Shinawatra before being replaced himself in a cabinet reshuffle.
Thailand needs a geostrategic rebalance
Oped, Thitinan Pongsudhirak, Published on 06/06/2025
» With two military coups and multiple judicial interventions that combined to subvert election results and weaken democratic institutions over the past two decades, it is unsurprising that Thailand's geostrategic position has leaned increasingly towards China. Naturally, the more Thailand becomes autocratic, the more it will be estranged from established democracies in Europe and North America, as well as Japan and South Korea, with nowhere to turn but to Beijing. But this China orientation is a geostrategic mistake at this time. Thailand should correct its course until clearer signs emerge as to which side of the superpower struggle will come out on top.
Book closed on royal insult case against US academic
Published on 29/05/2025
» The Office of the Attorney General (OAG) has dropped royal defamation charges against American academic Paul Chambers, citing a lack of evidence.
Prosecutors recommend dropping royal insult case against US academic
Published on 01/05/2025
» Thai prosecutors have recommended dropping charges of lese-majeste and computer crime against American academic Paul Chambers, the Office of the Attorney General said on Thursday.
Actress submits evidence implicating ‘hi-so’ conman
Wassayos Ngamkham, Published on 09/04/2025
» A TV actress and another woman who fell victim to an alleged conman claiming to be a wealthy high-society figure with political connections have submitted evidence of the deception to police in Bangkok.
Bail upheld for Thai MP appealing lese-majeste conviction
Published on 11/12/2024
» Rukchanok Srinork, a People’s Party MP who is appealing convictions for lese-majeste and computer crime, on Wednesday survived an attempt to have her bail revoked.
Lese-majeste case against influencer dismissed
Online Reporters, Published on 30/10/2024
» An online influencer who appeared in a controversial advertisement that appeared to mock a member of the Royal Family has been acquitted of lese-majeste, according to Thai Lawyers for Human Rights (TLHR).
Opposition MP cleared of royal defamation
Online Reporters, Published on 11/10/2024
» Piyarat Chongthep, a People’s Party MP for Bangkok, has won a rare acquittal on charges of lese-majeste and computer crime, after a court in Kalasin said the evidence against him was weak.