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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Democrat Party -- agree that the current Prevention and Suppression of Prostitution Act B.E. 2539 (1996) needs to be repealed.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.
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.
US seeks Thai help on Gaza peace plan
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 20/01/2026
» Thailand is reviewing an invitation from US President Donald Trump to join a US initiative to end the Gaza conflict.
Govt asks US to clarify visa suspension
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 16/01/2026
» The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has formally asked the United States to clarify its decision to suspend the processing of immigrant visas for applicants from 75 countries, including Thailand.
Plans 'in place' to help Thais in Iran
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 14/01/2026
» Contingency plans have been put in place to evacuate Thais from Iran if the current political unrest there escalates, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) said on Monday.
Kingdom seeks China backing
Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 28/12/2025
» Foreign Affairs Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow has called on China to play a constructive role in ensuring the long-term sustainability of the ceasefire between Thailand and Cambodia, adding that Beijing should signal clearly that renewed tensions must be avoided.
UN ups online scam fight
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 15/12/2025
» The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) and its partners have launched a regional campaign to combat online scam operations.
Command centre set up to help Hat Yai tourists
Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 26/11/2025
» The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has set up a special command centre to assist tourists affected by severe flooding in Hat Yai district of Songkhla, including about 4,200 Malaysians stranded by the inundation.
Govt seeks US help on peace deal
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 20/11/2025
» Thailand has urged the United States to help pressure Cambodia to comply with the Kuala Lumpur Peace Accord signed on Oct 26 on the sidelines of the 47th Asean Summit in Malaysia.