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20 years later, time for justice for Tak Bai
Oped, Saritdet Marukatat, Published on 16/05/2024
» Time flies. But it doesn't fly fast enough for security officers responsible for the Tak Bai massacre almost two decades ago.
Education system in dire need of reform
Oped, Saritdet Marukatat, Published on 30/09/2023
» Thailand's education appears to continue in its sorry state despite the new faces at Government House and two ministries directly in charge of the issue.
Yingluck pleas will struggle to be heard
News, Saritdet Marukatat, Published on 26/01/2015
» Democracy in Thailand did not die on Jan 23, 2015 when the National Legislative Assembly voted to retroactively axe Yingluck Shinawatra from the premier's position and slap a five-year ban on politics for her.
Real reason why Veera was released
News, Saritdet Marukatat, Published on 07/07/2014
» There is one man Veera Somkwamkid has forgotten to thank as he relaxes in the comfortable surroundings of his home. No, it is not Hun Sen.
And so we are back to the waiting
News, Saritdet Marukatat, Published on 26/05/2014
» ‘Can’t live if living is without coups, I can’t live, I can’t give anymore, No, no, no, I can’t live, if living is without coups.’
An instance in time is a curse for Yingluck
News, Saritdet Marukatat, Published on 11/11/2013
» There is one particular minute that indisputably defines Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra's stance on corruption.
HRW opposes blanket amnesty
Saritdet Marukatat, Published on 22/10/2013
» Human Rights Watch urged lawmakers and the government on Tuesday to reject the amnesty bill forgiving all those responsible for the political violence and crackdowns.
Court to handle tourist complaints is launched
Saritdet Marukatat, Published on 05/09/2013
» Thailand's first court to specifically handle tourist complaints opened in Pattaya on Thursday. It will deal with small issues involving local and foreign tourists in a bid to bolster the image of the country which relies greatly on revenue from the tourism sector.
Super cars put spotlight on the DSI
News, Saritdet Marukatat, Published on 10/06/2013
» This is a test for the DSI, which has been quite a disappointment ...Welcome to Si Sa Ket, home of Phra Viharn National Park and ... super cars. The Northeast province is a fragile part of the border with Cambodia because of the land dispute around Preah Vihear temple. But in fact it has a hidden asset that few knew about until May 29. Si Sa Ket, the province with a sleepy provincial town, is a haven for luxury car owners.
Broad smiles are covering real problems
News, Saritdet Marukatat, Published on 04/03/2013
» Last week was one for Pheu Thai Party politicians plus Thaksin Shinawatra to remember. But it was a week that desk officials really want to forget.