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Govt must scrap gateway
News, Editorial, Published on 03/10/2015
» The government has no choice but to abandon all efforts toward the single international internet gateway plan now that the policy has zero public trust.
Japan policy riles critics
News, Editorial, Published on 23/09/2015
» The decision by the Japanese government to give itself new defence privileges has advantages but they are outweighed by the negative. On one hand, the new security package will allow Japan to better assume a balanced role in the world. For 70 years since World War Two ended, the country has been unable to take part in conflicts. Yet Japan remains a very special case, particularly in Asia. Overall, Tokyo's long-time refusal to address its war-time actions honestly will now turn the new defence policies against the country.
Trouble at temple a sign of the times
News, Editorial, Published on 13/09/2015
» Ideally, a Thai community would accommodate a school and a temple. As is still the case in many places, many temples have a school as the temple serves as a community centre for surrounding residents. After all, temples have traditionally operated on donations from people living nearby. A temple’s relationship with its surrounding community has been close. With lax monastic rules and regulations, the community had a say in the temple’s operation and its finances. However, as time passes and with urbanisation, this may no longer be the case.
Let NRC vote without fear
News, Editorial, Published on 27/08/2015
» The National Reform Council (NRC) is scheduled to vote on the final draft constitution on Sept 6, an important step in the country's political roadmap.
Curb abuse of Section 112
News, Editorial, Published on 15/08/2015
» There is no question that the monarchy must be protected against slander and defamation.
Justice gets major boost
News, Editorial, Published on 12/08/2015
» The opening of three new special courts for cases related to illicit drugs, corruption and human trafficking is a huge, positive step. The new court divisions began work officially on Monday. They come under the Criminal Court, where chief judge Athip Chitsamrerng promises speedier trials. To be truly successful, however, this interesting and encouraging development will depend on earlier steps in the justice system, especially police and prosecutors.