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Thais 'yet to recover' from bloodshed, says Abhisit
News, Nattaya Chetchotiros, Published on 17/05/2020
» Former prime minister Abhisit Vejjajiva says he always feels a deep sadness whenever the May 19 anniversary of the 2010 protest crackdown rolls around, as it marks the culmination of one of the darkest chapters in the country's political history; a chapter that fuels bitter divisions in society to this day.
Thaksin call-in the highlight of red rally
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 20/05/2013
» Thaksin Shinawatra had everyone's attention as he made a video call to his red-shirt supporters gathered at Ratchaprasong to commemorate the violent crackdown ending their 2010 protest.
Thaksin Skypes an amnesty order
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 12/03/2013
» Deposed prime minister Thaksin Shinawatra has ordered Pheu Thai to make a strong push for an amnesty law to prevent the red shirts abandoning their support of the ruling party.
‘Symbolic reconciliation’
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 27/04/2012
» The PM’s visit to General Prem yesterday was full of symbolism but it remains to be seen if reconciliation will result. Opinions vary.
Jatuporn: "US intelligence says coup possible"
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 09/02/2012
» Red-shirt co-leader Jatuporn Prompan says latest coup warning serious enough for reds to mobilise.
Pardon: Stir up conflict again?
Jon Fernquest, Published on 18/11/2011
» Political protests & now floods have crippled businesses & increased unemployment for years. Proposed pardon could restart the downward spiral.
Why invest in Thailand?
Jon Fernquest, Published on 19/09/2011
» Investor confidence is essential to attract investment. Many investors have had second thoughts after recent policy changes.
What went wrong?
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 05/07/2011
» The Democrats ran a very poor campaign, analysts say. They were weak in marketing, communications and team and their main ally was crushed by Phue Thai.
The Democrats at Ratchaprasong
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 24/06/2011
» The Democrats took over Ratchaprasong for a few hours on Thursday to hold an emotional but incident-free rally.
Focus on Ratchaprasong
Terry Fredrickson, Published on 20/06/2011
» The red shirts turned the Ratchaprasong area into a mass planking site yesterday as the Democrats said it was their turn to rally there on Thursday.