It’s Time To Talk About the Lese Majeste Law
Consider this an open letter to fellow Thai journalists.
Editorial: A Referendum is Not Enough
The junta should organize a referendum that will allow the Thai people to choose between the upcoming 2015 constitution and the 1997 "People’s Constitution."
Do You Hear the People Sing? A Guide to Myanmar Protest Music
I never expected to be singing these songs again, this time together with my son’s generation. Until the coup, I had thought that this generation was only interested in three things: eating, sleeping and play computer games. They have been proving me wrong.
The Efficacy of Demanding Justice by Committing Suicide
What measure of disappointment and desperation would make a man jump to his death in a bid to call for justice?
That’s what happened Monday...
Thailand’s China Syndrome
It is impossible to overlook the growing influence of China in Thailand.
Durian prices have surged in recent years due to soaring Chinese demand. Chinese...
Opinion: June 24, 1932: Ninety Years of an Unfinished Revolt
The 90th anniversary of June 24, 1932 revolt, which ended absolute monarchy, was only celebrated by those who believe Thailand has yet to achieve genuine democracy and aspire for more freedom and rights.
Thailand Needs Less, Not More Censorship
The Thai state always tries to not just censor what they see is unfit for public consumption and it is literally keeping the public from maturing and becoming self-reliant. That suits them very well.
Editorial: 11 June 2013
Who Was Who In 2010
It is not surprising to see Mr. Suthep Thueksuban, former vice Prime Minister and former director of the so-called Center...
Opinion: Thailand’s Slippery Road of Political Hatred
Just as worrying as the recent and second attack on anti-junta activist Sirawith "Ja New" Seritiwat is the gratification that has been expressed by some junta supporters.
Opinion: Promises and Pitfalls of Thailand’s Social Media Landscape
Today is the World Press Freedom Day and it got this writer thinking about the changing media landscape in Thailand.