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Decriminalising sex work needs clarity
Oped, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 04/02/2026
» The world's oldest profession has always been a taboo subject in Thai society, even in our politics so it was encouraging to see at least five political parties -- the Pheu Thai Party, the People's Party, the Movement Party, the Thai Sang Thai Party, and the Democrat Party -- agree that the current Prevention and Suppression of Prostitution Act B.E. 2539 (1996) needs to be repealed.
The Nongng files
Life, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 30/10/2025
» While parodies and jokes serve as tools for entertainment, the online community "Nongng" uses memes and dark comedy to convey social phenomenon and concerns. And now, their unique humour has become an art form that allows audiences to explore and adapt jokes to their life.
Apcom Hero Awards returns to celebrate marriage equality
Life, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 18/10/2025
» The Apcom Hero Awards this year honours LGBTI advocates and celebrates Thailand's milestone in passing the Marriage Equality bill.
UK anniversary roadshow heads South
Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 29/04/2025
» The British Embassy is holding its “170th Outreach Roadshow and British Fair” in southern Thailand to mark the 170th anniversary of bilateral relations between the United Kingdom and Thailand.
UK envoy unveils anniversary plans
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 18/01/2025
» Mark Gooding, the British Ambassador to Thailand, said he plans to boost bilateral relations with a series of events and activities marking the Thailand-UK strategic partnership to celebrate the 170th anniversary since the two countries forged ties.
Ex-banker sounds the alarm on Nan
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 07/09/2024
» The northern province of Nan is home to one of the country's key watershed forests, the source of several major waterways, including the Chao Phraya River. This forest area was declared a first-grade national forest in the 1960s.
Hungary promotes pact to elevate bilateral trade
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 31/08/2024
» The Hungarian-Thai Chamber of Commerce will sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Budapest Chamber of Commerce next month to boost bilateral economic cooperation between Hungary and Thailand.
Travellers told not to smuggle pot
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 29/08/2024
» The UK's National Crime Agency (NCA) has warned travellers to the United Kingdom from Thailand, Canada and the United States that any attempt to bring cannabis into the country could see them sent to jail after a huge increase in arrests was reported.
New UK govt eyes expanded trade
Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 25/08/2024
» The United Kingdom's new government intends to pursue further trade with Thailand and Southeast Asia as a whole in addition to broadening connections in other areas including digital technology, healthcare and clean energy.
Pride and prejudice in the ‘Land of Smiles’
Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 24/07/2024
» Despite the tremendous success of Thailand in passing the same-sex marriage bill, the nation still needs to work on other LGBTQ+ issues to ensure equality and pride on a sustained basis.