Singer Gets 7 Years for Lese Majeste, Must Write ‘Reconciliation Song’
BANGKOK — A singer-turned-activist was sentenced today by the Criminal Court to seven and a half years in prison for defaming the monarchy, and instructed to author a song promoting national reconciliation after he has served his time.
Charter Critics Urge Junta to Stand Down After Election
BANGKOK — A coalition of civic groups has called on the junta to reconsider holding onto its power until an elected cabinet assumes power, as it could affect the formation of the new government and negatively affect rights and liberties.
Two Years On, Bank Accounts of Two Critics Still Frozen
BANGKOK —When news got out that the junta will lift the ban on overseas travels against its critics on Wednesday, some friends of former minister Chaturon Chaisang congratulated him, only to be rebuffed by Chaturon saying that his diplomatic and civilian passports are still revoked by the junta.
Politicos Welcome Lifting of Overseas Travel Ban
BANGKOK — Politicians from both the Democrat and Pheu Thai parties said the junta’s decision yesterday to lift ban on overseas travel currently imposed on more than 100 people is a positive step toward reconciliation.
Dhammakhaya Sect Goes Into Siege Mode to Protect Fugitive Abbot
BANGKOK — Investigators were left scrambling Friday about how to respond Dhammakaya’ announcement its fugitive leader would not surrender to authorities.
Junta Promises Election in 2017, For Real This Time
BANGKOK — There will definitely be an election next year, according to a renewed promise by the military regime, which has already postponed the poll several times since it came to power in May 2014.
Junta Promises Election in 2017, For Real This Time
BANGKOK — There will definitely be an election next year, according to a renewed promise by the military regime, which has already postponed the poll several times since it came to power in May 2014.
Queen’s Condition Evaluated at Chulalongkorn Hospital
BANGKOK — Queen Sirikit has undergone medical tests at Chulalongkorn Hospital which found insufficient blood flow to her brain, the palace said in the first statement about her health in two years.
Thailand Moves to Ban Torture and Abduction. Activists Aren’t Ready to Celebrate.
By Pravit Rojanaphruk
Senior Staff Writer
BANGKOK — The human rights community today signaled cautious optimism about the interim cabinet’s move to criminalize torture and enforced disappearance by public officials in Thailand.
Senior Staff Writer
BANGKOK — The human rights community today signaled cautious optimism about the interim cabinet’s move to criminalize torture and enforced disappearance by public officials in Thailand.
After Show of Yielding, Powerful Dhammakaya Abbot Defies Authorities Again
BANGKOK — Hundreds of monks lined up along a road this afternoon where the supreme leader of a powerful Buddhist sect was to turn himself in to answer charges of fraud. To the surprise of few, he didn't.
