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Thailand
Bangkok Named Top MasterCard Global Destination in 2013
Bangkok has supplanted London as the world’s hottest destination, with a little help from the movies.
Thai Monks Living Large: Private Jets and Bling
A number of signs suggest Buddhism is at a crossroads in the kingdom of Thailand.
Behind the Mask: Thailand’s Latest Political Movement Takes to the Streets
The masked protesters are the latest development in an ongoing fight for political control.
Thai Deaths Cast Doubts over Malaysian Diplomacy
Continuing violence in Thailand’s south has cast doubt on Malaysia’s capacity as a peace facilitator.
Water, the Great Regional Threat
Asia meets in Thailand to discuss water, as the threat to water security mounts.
America and South Korea to Conduct Naval Exercises
How will North Korea respond? The Diplomat presents its preview for the upcoming week.
Thailand Bans Film on Preah Vihear (Updated)
Boundary, a Thai documentary, has been banned. (Update: Ban now lifted)
Don’t Let the Flames of Nationalism Engulf Southeast Asia
SE Asia has seen a spike in violence recently, highlighting the need for a rethink concerning nationalist rhetoric.
Thailand International Film Destination Festival Kicks Off
A new film festival meant to attract foreign filmmakers to the Kingdom has debuted in Bangkok this week.
MTV’s Korean Drama Butterfly to Raise Awareness on Human Trafficking
MTV and Korean drama join the fight against modern slavery.
City as Canvas: Bangkok’s Bukruk Street Art Festival
Artists have splashed colorful murals across Bangkok for the city’s first international street art festival.
Activist Mam Sonando’s Glimmer of Hope
Cambodian land activist Mam Sonando awaits a verdict on his appeal to overturn charges of insurrection.