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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Democrat Party -- agree that the current Prevention and Suppression of Prostitution Act B.E. 2539 (1996) needs to be repealed.
Sex workers get pre-election boost
Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 01/02/2026
» Political parties have voiced support for Thai sex workers ahead of the Feb 8 poll, vowing more protection and dignity under the law in a country where prostitution remains a crime.
Marriage equality bill poised for final push
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 16/06/2024
» The Marriage Equality Bill is expected to pass the final round of Senate voting this month. The bill, which may take effect by the end of this year, will make Thailand the first country in Southeast Asia to support gender equality.
Ex-PM Abhisit questions kingdom's neutral stance
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 25/11/2022
» Ex-prime minister Abhisit Vejjajiva yesterday voiced his concern over the government's "conservative" foreign policy approach, saying Thailand should instead use its strengths to play a greater role in solving global issues.
Marriage Equality Bill moving forward
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 31/08/2022
» A Marriage Equality Bill is expected to receive its second and third readings later in the year, according to the Move Forward Party (MFP), which is sponsoring the legislation.
A glimmer of hope for same sex marriage
Oped, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 17/06/2022
» A ray of hope shone across the Thai LGBTQ+ community on Wednesday when the Marriage Equality Bill (MEB) passed parliament on its first reading.
Sex abuse survivors no longer silent
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 29/04/2022
» Recent claims of sexual misconduct made against high-profile politician Prinn Panitchpakdi have motivated some who have been subjected to similar acts to speak out about their traumatic experiences.
Prayut regime to stay in power 'until Apec meet'
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 30/03/2022
» Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha is unlikely to dissolve the House before the upcoming Apec summit, politicians from both the opposition and the government coalition said at a seminar yesterday.