Satellite Deal Whistleblower Threatened With Lawsuit
BANGKOK — A top junta figure is mulling legal action against a transparency activist who accused the government of illegally planning to acquire an expensive satellite network to spy on its citizens.
Democracy Activists Stage Rally on Way to Hear Charges (Photos)
BANGKOK — A small group of pro-democracy activists answered a police summons Thursday by marching to the police station to call for speedy elections along the way.
Prayuth Heads to UK, France to Talk Trade
BANGKOK — The head of the ruling junta said Tuesday he will visit Europe later this month to discuss trade deals.
Thailand to Spend Billions on Satellites From Unknown Company
BANGKOK — In a presentation that would put a glimmer in the eye of any James Bond villain, officials spell out the capabilities of a future satellite system to blanket the entire planet in unceasing surveillance.
With a Smile, Foreign Minister Signals He Won’t Resign
BANGKOK — Foreign Minister Don Pramudwinai signaled Tuesday he would not resign after the Election Commission ruled he violated the law for not declaring his wife’s stake in a private company.
Future Forward Party Reports Members ‘Harassed’ by Cops
BANGKOK — The Future Forward Party called on the military government Monday to end alleged threats against its members, particularly in the north and northeastern regions.
Govt: Justice Yet to Run Its Course on Foreign Minister
BANGKOK — A government spokesman said Monday that Foreign Minister Don Pramudwinai would keep his post despite the Election Commission ruling his wife had breached transparency laws.
Student Activists to Mark Tiananmen Square
BANGKOK — A group of student activists will stage a brief protest marking the 29th anniversary of a Chinese government crackdown on its dissidents in which thousands were reportedly killed.
New Royalist Party With Prominent Names Launches
BANGKOK — A new political party of prominent former protest leaders launched Sunday with a vow to oppose corruption and be loyal to the throne.
Suthep Takes Higher-Profile Political Role
BANGKOK - Conservative politician Suthep Thaugsuban said Sunday that he would take a larger than expected role in a new party founded by his...
