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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Democrat Party -- agree that the current Prevention and Suppression of Prostitution Act B.E. 2539 (1996) needs to be repealed.
Community to push 'wellbeing charter'
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 16/10/2025
» Thailand's LGBTQ community looks towards implementation of the "Trans Wellbeing Charter" as soon as next March, saying it would be the first legislation in Thailand that is dedicated to addressing transgenders' wellbeing including their rights and their places in society and the economy.
Japan's ambassador warns border conflict hurts trade
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 08/08/2025
» The border dispute between Thailand and Cambodia is disrupting Japanese businesses and regional trade, said Otaka Masato, Japan's ambassador to Thailand.
Srettha: Protecting rights is a year-round challenge
Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 25/06/2025
» Thailand needs to keep supporting the spirit behind Pride Month to ensure LGBTQ+ rights are protected and people are treated equally, said former prime minister Srettha Thavisin.
Thailand ‘just a facilitator’ of Myanmar talks
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 19/04/2025
» Thailand's role in the recent talks between Asean chair Malaysia and the Myanmar junta in Bangkok is strictly that of a facilitator, the government clarified on Friday.
Women 'can play big peacebuilding role'
Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 31/03/2025
» Peacebuilding efforts in Thailand require the active involvement of women from all backgrounds, highlighting the need for inclusive policies that empower women and marginalised groups to create a just and lasting peace, local activists said.
Female politicians are 'paving way for a more inclusive future'
Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 13/03/2025
» Female politicians are paving the way for a more inclusive future in Thailand, according to Prime Minister's Office Minister Jiraporn Sindhuprai.
Marriage equality brings joy
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 02/07/2024
» Same-sex couples have been expressing joy since the passage of Thailand's Marriage Equality Bill in the Senate two weeks ago.
PM's 'salesman diplomacy' in view
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 05/01/2024
» Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin, after just four months in office, announced his "salesman diplomacy" strategy during a meeting with Thai ambassadors and consuls-general at Thailand's Foreign Ministry in November last year.
Groups call for more inclusion
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 19/12/2022
» Gender diversity advocates are calling on the public to support the Gender Recognition Bill, which would see non-binary gender identities recognised if the bill is passed into law.