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Australian Embassy hosts LGBTQ+ event
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 12/02/2026
» The Australian Embassy in Bangkok recently co-hosted a reception to mark the first anniversary of marriage equality in Thailand, reaffirming its support for LGBTQ+ rights.
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.
Cambodian landmine use sparks Thai protests
Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 11/08/2025
» Thailand has begun a series of diplomatic actions under the Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Convention (Ottawa Convention) following three separate landmine incidents that have seriously injured 11 Thai military personnel.
Long struggle ahead for LGBTQ+ rights
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 01/07/2025
» Thailand enacted the Marriage Equality Bill on Jan 23 this year, making it the third country in Asia after Taiwan and Nepal to recognise same-sex marriage.
Srettha: Pride events show equality not here yet
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 18/06/2025
» With Thailand having taken a historic step to legalise same-sex marriages, former prime minister Srettha Thavisin says the country must now look beyond symbolic celebrations and commit to a deeper, more enduring form of inclusion.
Pride seen as 'economic opportunity'
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 31/05/2025
» While the recently passed Marriage Equality Bill marks a historic milestone for Thailand's LGBTQ+ community, some experts say the country must go further by positioning this group in the upcoming Pride Month not just as symbols of progress but as drivers of economic growth.
Calls mount for transgender equality
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 01/04/2025
» Advocates have addressed the challenges facing Thailand's transgender community during a conference in which they also called for equal rights and protection across the board.
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.
UNDP urges Thais to unite for a sustainable future
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 24/03/2025
» Thailand's government, private sector, and communities have been urged by a United Nations official to work together to ensure the kingdom's sustainable future.
UN hails Equal Marriage Bill as model for others
News, Poramet Tangsathaporn, Published on 14/01/2025
» The United Nations has praised Thailand's Equal Marriage Bill as the best example of a non-discrimination policy for other member states to follow, according to Michaela Friberg-Storey, the UN resident coordinator.