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King Bhumibol – Thailand's Long Serving Monarch
By:
Mari Nicholson
The continuing ill health of King Bhumibol Adulyadah, Thailand's longest reigning monarch, is causing much concern in the royal family and consternation in the Kingdom. more...
"Red Shirt" Protesters Terminate Thailand Summit
By:
Carey Hogg
On Saturday April 11, 2009 protesters in Thailand broke through a police cordon surrounding the ASEAN Summit's venue, forcing the PM to cancel the summit indefinitely. more...
The Asian Tsunami, Four Years On
By:
Paul Lightfoot
Communities damaged by the Asian tsunami in December 2004 have learned new skills, found new hope and are carving out a new future. more...
Kidnapped Padaung Turn Up in Mae Hong Son
By:
Paris Franz
In Thailand, the exotic adornments of the Padaung, or Kayan, tribe, whose women encase their necks in brass coils, make them vulnerable to human trafficking. more...
By:
John Walsh
Thailand's 23rd December 2007 general election led to the widely-predicted victory for the People's Power Party. But, short of an overall majority, can a coalition arise? more...
By:
John Walsh
Why is superstition so prevalent in Thailand and what does it mean for decision-making by leading figures? more...
By:
John Walsh
Divisions among the Thai military junta are emerging. Is this a response to the threat of future jail sentences? Is it to prevent an election? Rumour says so. more...
Factory Life in Northern Thailand
By:
John Walsh
What is it like to work in a factory in the north of Thailand and live in a nearby dormitory? more...
By:
John Walsh
Bangkok's many thousands of street vendors are not just basic, poorly-paid noodle-sellers. There are some smart entrepreneurs too. more...
By:
John Walsh
Trade (labour) unions have had a difficult history in Thailand - is there any hope for a more progressive future? more...
By:
John Walsh
A third large party has emerged to fight the forthcoming Thai general election. Who are they and what do they stad for? more...
By:
John Walsh
An unexpectedly slim majority voted in favour of the Thai junta's new constitution. What will be the impact of this charter and the implications of the small majority? more...
By:
John Walsh
Following factory closures in the footwear and garments industries, now Thailand's rubber producers face bankruptcy. more...
By:
John Walsh
Thailand's new eco-car project is aimed at ancouraging foreign automobile manufacturers to invest in the country. So far, only Honda has taken advantage. more...
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