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Royalist turns protester as movement broadens
Reuters, Published on 02/09/2021
» Often seen at the wheel of one of his supercars, ultra-royalist Tanat "Nat" Thanakitamnuay became a well-known face at demonstrations that ushered in Thailand's 2014 coup.
Eighteen hurt in Thailand's most violent protests since movement began
Reuters, Published on 17/11/2020
» Thai police fired water cannon and teargas at protesters marching on parliament on Tuesday, and at least 18 people were hurt in the most violent confrontation since a youth-led protest movement emerged in July.
Designer makes politics fashionable
Reuters, Published on 12/04/2019
» Designer Panupong Chansopa saw a business opportunity in millions of vinyl campaign posters destined to become trash after last month's general election and salvaged hundreds to turn them into colourful tote bags with a message.
Trump-Prayut meet to seal Thai-US normalisation
Reuters, Published on 02/10/2017
» Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha will meet US President Donald Trump at the White House on Monday night, Thailand time, marking an upgrade of ties between traditional allies that have been strained since the 2014 coup.
Rubber farmers demand sale inquiry
Reuters, Published on 17/09/2014
» Thai rubber growers are calling for an investigation into government claims it sold half the country's stockpile of the commodity, as farmers grow increasingly disillusioned with what they see as a lack of state support.
Junta claims support from China
Reuters, Published on 04/06/2014
» China and Vietnam have expressed support for Thailand's new military government, an army spokesman said on Wednesday, as pro-army groups planned to demonstrate at the Australian Embassy for downgrading relations after last month's coup.
Recession looms, forecast cut to 1.5%
Reuters, Published on 19/05/2014
» Thailand's economy shrank more than expected in the first quarter as exports remained weak and domestic activity was battered by months of political unrest — which could put the country into recession.
Factory output falls for 12th month
Reuters, Published on 28/04/2014
» Factory output fell more than expected in March, showing how intractable political turmoil in Bangkok has hurt a key pillar of the economy and will cut growth prospects this year.