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Southern peace talks hang by a thread
News, Achara Ashayagachat, Published on 02/02/2015
» While Bangkok and the rest of the nation accept the well-explained steps in the Prayut government's plan for the next phase of the southern peace dialogue, civic groups in the Deep South are not holding their breath.
Irritation as Thailand loses its charm
News, Achara Ashayagachat, Published on 01/02/2015
» To the astonishment of many, the Thai elite often feel bitterly disappointed whenever their dearest and closest friends, like the US, publicly express disapproval of “national affairs”.
Trafficking shame is quick to resurface
News, Achara Ashayagachat, Published on 26/01/2015
» No sooner had Thai authorities proved some progress had been made in their efforts to tackle human trafficking than new, shameful cases emerged.
For children, few role models among the ruling class
News, Achara Ashayagachat, Published on 13/01/2015
» Having observed Children's Day activities on Saturday, I can't help but think we should stop organising these celebrations.
NGOs must prove their voice is relevant
News, Achara Ashayagachat, Published on 08/01/2015
» With national reform under way, 2015 should be a soul-searching period for non-governmental organisations (NGOs) on how they should readjust their roles amid rapid political and social changes.
Thailand faces serious challenges on Human Rights Day
News, Achara Ashayagachat, Published on 09/12/2014
» Tomorrow is our Constitution Day; others in the international arena know it as Human Rights Day. Many of us in Thailand feel that we don't have either — at least for the time being and hopefully not for the long haul.
Critical thinking takes back seat with NCPO’s core values
News, Achara Ashayagachat, Published on 11/11/2014
» It is becoming a harsh reality that my children will grow up in an authoritarian society like I did in the 1970s.
October generations are colour-coded
News, Achara Ashayagachat, Published on 14/10/2014
» Today, families of the victims of the Oct 14, 1973 uprising and pro-democracy activists will attend a ceremony to mark the 41st anniversary of the historic mass protest which toppled Field Marshal Thanom Kittikachorn and his dictatorial clique.
New crackdown on criticism has ominous overtones
News, Achara Ashayagachat, Published on 09/09/2014
» Ton Kla (not his real name) shed tears when he saw his drama mentor and older friend, Golf, behind bars at the Central Women's Correctional Institution three weeks ago.
Confidence is low in renewed South peace talks
News, Achara Ashayagachat, Published on 31/08/2014
» As Thai authorities prepare to revive peace talks with separatists in the far South, signals are already emerging from both sides which indicate the morass of impractical expectations and false hopes will continue.