Emergency Rule Stamps Out Virus and Civil Rights Alike: Experts
BANGKOK — Thailand has found itself praised from all over the world – from the United Nations to a Nobel laureate – for its accomplishment in containing the coronavirus outbreak in spite of its close proximity to China, where the virus is thought to have originated.
Army Chief Lashes Out at ‘Nation Haters’ 2 Days After Protest
BANGKOK — Army chief Gen. Apirat Kongsompong on Wednesday slammed unidentified individuals who kept criticizing their own country, saying they are an “incurable disease.”
Police Say No Comment on Rumor of Wanchalearm’s Death
BANGKOK — Rumors that a Thai activist kidnapped in Cambodia has died is circulating on social media Wednesday, although neither the police...
Protesters Vow to Defend the Monarchy, Decline to Rule Out Violence
BANGKOK — Around a hundred people rallied close to the Democracy Monument on Thursday to show their support for the monarchy and denounced any attempt by anti-government protesters to slander the institution.
Army Chief Tells Student Protests to Stop Defaming Monarchy
BANGKOK — Army chief Gen. Apirat Kongsompong on Friday warned student protesters against dragging the monarchy into their anti-government activism.
Redshirt Ex-Leader Tells Students Not to Touch Monarchy
BANGKOK — Former Redshirt leader Jatuporn Prompan on Thursday warned student protesters to steer clear of the monarchy in their anti-government rallies.
Emergence Decree to Be Extended, But Protests Won’t Be Banned
BANGKOK — The government said political gatherings won’t be banned under the Emergency Decree, which was extended yet again on Wednesday.
Plans In Motion For More Protests, But Observers Doubt Success
BANGKOK — Student-led protests against the government will only grow larger if the Prime Minister continues to ignore their calls for resignation, an activist said Monday, two days after 2,500 showed up for the latest rally.
Somkid, ‘4 Infants’ Leave Cabinet Posts Amid Reshuffle Rumors
BANGKOK (AP) — Four key ministers in Thailand’s Cabinet announced their resignations Thursday, as a military clique within the ruling coalition’s most powerful political party continues to consolidate power.
Cabinet Reshuffle Coming in Sept, Prayut Says in Matichon Meeting
BANGKOK — Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha on Friday told Matichon Group executives that he planned to reshuffle his Cabinet after the annual budget debate concluded in September.
