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King Bhumibol – Thailand's Long Serving Monarch
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.
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"Red Shirt" Protesters Terminate Thailand Summit
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.
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The Asian Tsunami, Four Years On
Communities damaged by the Asian tsunami in December 2004 have learned new skills, found new hope and are carving out a new future.
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Kidnapped Padaung Turn Up in Mae Hong Son
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.
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Thailand's Election 2007
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?
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Superstition
Why is superstition so prevalent in Thailand and what does it mean for decision-making by leading figures?
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Thai Politics Update
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.
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Factory Life in Northern Thailand
What is it like to work in a factory in the north of Thailand and live in a nearby dormitory?
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Bangkok Street Vendors
Bangkok's many thousands of street vendors are not just basic, poorly-paid noodle-sellers. There are some smart entrepreneurs too.
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Does Unionism Have a Future?
Trade (labour) unions have had a difficult history in Thailand - is there any hope for a more progressive future?
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The Third Force
A third large party has emerged to fight the forthcoming Thai general election. Who are they and what do they stad for?
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Thai Referendum Result
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?
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Thailand's Economic Crisis
Following factory closures in the footwear and garments industries, now Thailand's rubber producers face bankruptcy.
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Will the Eco-Car Fly?
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.
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Post Coup Thai Politics
What has happened to Thai politics since the military coup of September 19th, 2006? Will there be democratic elections and, if so, who will win?
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The Precarious Baht
Analysis of why the Thai baht and stock exchange figures remain so high when government policies are so poor and discussions of the implications of this.
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