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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Democrat Party -- agree that the current Prevention and Suppression of Prostitution Act B.E. 2539 (1996) needs to be repealed.
Sihasak cautions on Cambodia JBC push
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 31/12/2025
» No clear timeline has been set for convening a meeting of the Joint Boundary Commission (JBC) with Cambodia, as sought by Cambodian Senate President Hun Sen, said Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow.
Myanmar vote 'must lead to lasting peace'
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 27/10/2025
» Thailand has reiterated its support for an "inclusive, free, fair and transparent" election in Myanmar, adding the process must contribute to lasting peace and national reconciliation.
Court ruling sets off blood screening row
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 20/10/2025
» LGBTQ+ advocates have urged the Thai Red Cross's National Blood Centre to revise its blood donation application form following an Administrative Court ruling which upheld the ban on LGBTQ+ blood donations as non-discriminatory for public safety.
Thai govt 'has plan' to deal with Cambodia
Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 19/10/2025
» Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said the government has a plan to deal with the conflict with Cambodia, before warning that any intrusion into the kingdom's sovereign territory will be met with firm action.
Thai govt takes Cambodian landmine saga to UN
Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 18/08/2025
» Thailand is stepping up its response to Cambodia’s alleged use of landmines along the border by invoking mechanisms under the Ottawa Convention and inviting international observers to witness the situation firsthand.
Transgender lawyers blast council snub
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 30/07/2025
» A group of transgender lawyers has criticised the Lawyers Council of Thailand for failing to accept a petition asking for its dress code regulations to be more inclusive of gender identity.
Protests lodged as ceasefire pact broken
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 30/07/2025
» Thailand lodged diplomatic protests against Cambodia on Tuesday for violating their ceasefire agreement, Foreign Affairs Minister Maris Sangiampongsa said.
Blood campaigner crowned as first Mr Gay Universe Thailand
Life, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 24/07/2025
» Bangkok Rainbow and its allies last week hosted the grand final of Mr Gay Universe Thailand 2025 at CDC Crystal Hall for a chance to compete in the Mr Gay Universe grand final in India in November. This year, Panupong Pimprasit, a creative director, acting coach and musical actor, was crowned the first Mr Gay Universe Thailand.
No US visa blow for Thai students
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 04/06/2025
» None of the US visa interviews for Thai students have been affected by the recent halt to foreign student visas, according to the United States Embassy in Thailand.