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Prem probe must be fair
Oped, Editorial, Published on 29/12/2022
» A teacher in Bangkok is under investigation for gross disciplinary violations over personal comments that she made about the late former prime minister and president of the Privy Council, Prem Tinsulanonda, which some observers have slammed as bullying.
Thailand still lags in LGBT issues
News, Editorial, Published on 19/05/2019
» In what appears to be a historic move on LBGT rights, Taiwan has legalised same-sex marriage, with the law sailing through parliament by 66 to 27 votes.
Police reform can't be shelved
News, Editorial, Published on 10/02/2019
» A recent scandal involving a police officer allegedly taking bribes from a karaoke bar in Nakhon Ratchasima's Pra Thong Kham district is a reminder how the need for reform in the least popular service has not been met.
Militant about gender
News, Editorial, Published on 31/07/2017
» Gender equality took a tiny step forward in Thailand recently. Then it took a step backwards in America. In truth, there is no defensible reason for either case. Both of the issues, here and abroad, deal with transgenders. Thai authorities continue to be unaccountably stubborn, while US President Donald Trump simply reversed policy.
How to mark Vitit's success
News, Editorial, Published on 04/10/2016
» Congratulations are in order once again to the internationally renowned Vitit Muntarbhorn. The human rights expert has been appointed as the first independent United Nations expert charged with investigating abuse of people worldwide simply because of sexual orientation and gender identity. He has a lot of work ahead of him. It is no secret that nations around the world abuse the LGBT community. As a tribute and mark of respect for Mr Vitit's appointment, Thailand should bring its antiquated and sometimes abusive laws up to date.