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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Democrat Party -- agree that the current Prevention and Suppression of Prostitution Act B.E. 2539 (1996) needs to be repealed.
Movement Party pushes practicality
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 23/01/2026
» Kannavee Suebsang, the former secretary-general of the Fair Party, has returned to politics as the leader of the newly-formed Movement Party (Phonlawat Party), presenting himself as a practitioner rather than a career politician and pledging to build a comprehensive safety net while protecting the rights of all Thais.
Govt gears up for new law
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 03/12/2024
» The state and civil sectors are gearing up to implement the Marriage Equality Bill, which is set to become law next month.
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.
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.
US says it looks forward to working with new govt
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 01/07/2023
» The United States is looking forward to promoting trade and investment, and education diplomacy with Thailand's new government, according to Ambassador Robert F Godec.
Anti-Tatmadaw protests in Bangkok
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 02/02/2023
» Myanmar protesters are calling on the Thai government to support them and the National Unity Government (NUG) of Myanmar in restoring true democracy and overthrowing the Tatmadaw.
Govt accepts Japan loan of B13.2bn
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 05/05/2022
» Finance Minister Arkhom Termpittayapaisith has signed a loan agreement worth 50 billion yen (13.2 billion baht) with the Japan International Cooperation Agency to bolster the nation's Covid-19 emergency response.
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.
70 years of Thai-Aussie friendship
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 18/02/2022
» Thailand and Australia will hold a range of activities this year to celebrate the 70th anniversary of their diplomatic relations, said Busadee Santipitaks, Thai ambassador to Australia.