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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Democrat Party -- agree that the current Prevention and Suppression of Prostitution Act B.E. 2539 (1996) needs to be repealed.
Minister's 'stress' theory misses the point
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 02/02/2026
» Malaysia's Minister for Religious Affairs, Datuk Zulkifli Hasan, has grabbed global media headlines with his remarks on the LGBTQ+ community. The minister was quoted as saying the sexual orientation of LGBTQ+ individuals is caused by a lifestyle of excessive work-related stress, social pressure, sexual experiences and insufficient religious observance.
Gender-sensitive protocols urged for LGBTQ+ arrests
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 23/08/2025
» The National Human Rights Commission of Thailand (NHRC) has recommended gender-sensitive protocols for law enforcement following complaints of police misconduct during the arrest of LGBTQ+ individuals.
PM gives Thai envoys policy pep talk
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 14/06/2025
» Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has called on Thai ambassadors and consuls-general worldwide to adopt a proactive diplomatic strategy to boost the country's economy, navigate global power shifts, and maintain peace in the region.
UK-Thai ties at a ‘pivotal moment’
Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 23/03/2025
» The United Kingdom-Thailand trade relationship stands at a pivotal moment, as the nations celebrate the 170th anniversary of their diplomatic ties this year.
Tourism promotion to help flood-hit North
Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 12/10/2024
» A co-payment tourism promotion scheme targeting flood-hit northern Thailand will be proposed to cabinet for approval, according to Tourism and Sports Minister Sorawong Thienthong
Expo pledges to mirror UN's Decade of Action
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 07/10/2024
» Bangkok's Sustainability Expo will continue until 2030, serving as a platform to accelerate the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and create new sustainability models, delegates and speakers agreed yesterday, as this year's edition drew to a close.
Paetongtarn on crusade to combat hate speech
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 28/03/2024
» Pheu Thai Party leader Paetongtarn Shinawatra says she is concerned by the rising levels of hate speech in society and vicious political infighting — issues she intends to confront head-on for a more peaceful and prosperous nation.
Red tape and traffic top Japan businesses' woes
Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 04/02/2024
» Japanese corporations in Thailand have asked the government to streamline customs duty regulations and improve transport infrastructure, adding that economic measures should also be implemented to boost public consumption.
EEC Phase 2 courts foreign investors
Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 19/07/2023
» The Office of the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) is inviting foreign investors to get involved in Phase 2 of the project and promising them more attractive incentives, says Chula Sukmanop, the office’s secretary-general.