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Conquering the enemy deep within
News, Paritta Wangkiat, Published on 11/08/2017
» The rise and rise of malicious nationalism in Thailand in recent years is not a good sign.
'Saving face' bogs down flood response
News, Paritta Wangkiat, Published on 04/08/2017
» This flooding is a natural disaster." That's the best explanation that Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha was able to give for the floods that ravaged many northeastern provinces starting last week.
Tarring others so military regime shines
News, Paritta Wangkiat, Published on 28/07/2017
» The fate of politicians under the current military regime doesn't look very bright.
Law makes a mockery of human rights
News, Paritta Wangkiat, Published on 07/07/2017
» Some migrant workers made a statement this week on Thai social media. Many shared photos posing with their passports, ID cards and even employment documents festooned about their bodies.
Sino rail deal nothing to be proud about
News, Paritta Wangkiat, Published on 30/06/2017
» When Chinese engineers lay the foundation work for the Thai-Chinese railway project later this year, I can imagine a flurry of applause, and some celebrations. Our leaders may feel pride in the project that is aimed at boosting the country's economy.
Questionable advice on being 'good'
News, Paritta Wangkiat, Published on 16/06/2017
» It seems we are facing the big trauma of our time. The feeling that we have lost the right to self-determination.
Selling locals down the Mekong River
News, Paritta Wangkiat, Published on 02/06/2017
» It's always difficult for the little guy to get his voice heard. For those who have found themselves downstream of the international river where transboundary development is taking place, like the Mekong River, your chances are nil.
Young risk jail, or dying of boredom
News, Paritta Wangkiat, Published on 26/05/2017
» The popular saying "you can die of boredom" rang through my head this week upon hearing the prime minister hint that the long-awaiting election may be postponed again.
Xi's global bid sends shivers down my spine
News, Paritta Wangkiat, Published on 19/05/2017
» Watching China's President Xi Jinping meeting world leaders at the Belt and Road forum in Beijing on news reports this week has given me a mixed feeling of astonishment while sending chills down my spine.
The walls are closing in on Thai journos
News, Paritta Wangkiat, Published on 12/05/2017
» I've often been asked what it's like working as a journalist during periods of political upheaval in Thailand. My immediate answer is usually feeling as if my life is at stake. And secondly, I feel we live under a climate of intimidation.