2021/03/22 |
The Clubhouse Challenge To Digital Authoritarianism in Thailand
Clubhouse seems to pose a threat to the Thai government, allowing protesters to discuss sensitive topics, including the monarchy. Authorities are threatening to block access to it after a surge in popularity.
2021/03/09 |
Asia’s ‘Milk Tea’ Activists Give Cross-Border Support for Democratic Change
An online solidarity movement is bringing together democracy activists across Asia for a fight against authoritarianism.
2021/01/21 |
How Covid-19 Is Straining Human Rights in Thailand, Malaysia, Philippines
Covid-19 outbreaks have worsened human rights issues in much of Southeast Asia, as countries scramble to revive economies.
2021/01/20 |
Thailand: Woman Handed Record 43-Year Sentence for Defaming Monarchy
A former civil servant has been convicted of 29 counts of violating Thailand’s strict lese majeste law. She pleaded guilty to posting audio clips of a podcast produced by a prominent critic of the monarchy.
2021/01/11 |
“Boys’ Love” Hits Push the Dial for Progress Across Asia
'Because We Belong Together', a Thai TV series, has become a phenomenon across Southeast Asia.
2020/12/22 |
Thailand Urges Tight Virus Controls for Big Holiday Celebrations
Thai government officials are mulling over new measures to contain the spread of the pandemic in the wake of a surge in cases among migrant workers. Tourism operators are bracing for an atypical holiday season and a slow recovery ahead.
2020/11/26 |
Thai Protesters Direct Ire at King’s Massive Wealth
Protesters demanded public oversight of Thai King Maha Vajiralongkorn’s vast wealth on Wednesday outside the headquarters of Siam Commercial bank. He is said to hold a 23.5% stake in the bank worth an estimated US$2.3 billion.
2020/11/18 |
Thailand: Dozens Injured in Violent Protests
Pro-democracy activists and security forces have clashed once again in Bangkok, with police using tear gas and water cannons laced with irritating chemicals to stop protesters from entering the country's parliament.
2020/10/21 |
Thailand Protests: Why Are People Taking To the Streets?
As anti-government protests are rocking Bangkok, DW spoke to demonstrators about why they are protesting and what they aim to achieve.
2020/10/16 |
Thai Protesters Defy Emergency Law To Call for Reforms
Pro-democracy protesters in Thailand have ignored a government ban on demonstrations calling for Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha to stand down and new limits on the power of the monarchy.
2020/08/17 |
Thailand's Largest Pro-Democracy Rally in Years Draws 10,000
Demonstrators are demanding Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha, who took power in a military coup in 2014, speed up reforms.
2020/07/20 |
Thai Protesters Demand Prayuth Government Step Down
An anti-government rally in Thailand is one of the biggest seen in the country since a coup in 2014. Protesters accuse Prime Minister Prayuth's administration of rolling back democratic freedoms.
2020/03/11 |
China’s Water Ambitions May Leave Neighbors Dry
China's extensive dam projects are drying up rivers, often leaving neighboring countries in the dust with little to bargain.
2020/02/11 |
Thailand Mourns Victims of 'Unprecedented' Mass Shooting
The northeastern city of Nakhon Ratchasima is reeling after a soldier killed 29 people in a weekend shooting spree. Security forces fatally shot the lone gunman after a 12-hour siege at a local shopping mall.
2020/01/06 |
How a Thai Entrepreneur Turned Used Flip-Flops Into a Sustainable Business
A university team in Thailand named “Tlejourn” has created a profitable product from discarded flip-flops. Of the 5.25 trillion pieces of trash floating in the ocean, old flip-flops are one of the most commonly found items.
2019/05/15 |
Thailand's 'Can Do' Bar, Run by Sex Workers, Stands for Workers' Rights and Dignity
A bar in Chiang Mai, Thailand which is collectively owned by sex workers is pushing for human dignity and rights for workers throughout the country.
2019/01/07 |
Saudi Woman Held in Bangkok Airport Says She Will Die If Deported
18-year-old Rahaf Mohammad al-Qunun says her family will kill her if she is sent back to Kuwait.
