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Thailand Deep South
Time is Running Out For Victims of Thailand’s Tak Bai Massacre
By Christian Wells
A Thai court has accepted a case against officials for their role in the 2004 massacre in the country's Deep South – but justice is far from assured.
Malaysia Appoints New Negotiator for Southern Thailand Peace Talks
By Sebastian Strangio
The change comes amid an uptick in violent attacks in the Deep South, including the killing of a prominent human rights defender.
Thai Government and Southern Separatists Agree to New Plan to End Conflict
By Sebastian Strangio
After a hiatus in peace talks due to last year's Thai election, the two sides "are willing to put pen on paper," the Malaysian mediator said yesterday.
Thailand, Particularly the Deep South, Needs a Final Reckoning With Thaksin
By Mark S. Cogan
Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra is the darling of millions of Thai voters, but his human rights record legacy in the Deep South is as bleak and dismal as his military rivals'.
Malaysian PM Anwar Calls for Progress on Southern Thailand, Myanmar Conflicts
By Sebastian Strangio
The Malaysian leader said peace in southern Thailand was "paramount," but that his country “will not condone any sort of violence to resolve any conflict.”
Thailand’s New Deep South Airport: Dead on Arrival?
By Tita Sanglee
A new airport in Betong is supposed to spark development in Thailand's troubled south, but practical considerations limit its potential.
The Apparent Stalemate in Thailand’s Deep South
By Uday Bakhshi
The conflict in southern Thailand remains dormant, but is far from being resolved.
Making the ‘Network Monarchy’ Work in Thailand’s Deep South
By Ryan Ashley and Moez Hayat
A deeper view of Thailand’s southern insurgency reveals more about the nature of a nation facing new challenges from a vocal, youthful generation.
Prospects for a Peace Deal in Thailand’s Deep South
By Kenneth Yeo Yaoren and Jasminder Singh
Despite recent hopeful signs, disunity among the insurgents and a lack of urgency on both sides will hinder peace efforts.
What to Make of South Thailand’s COVID Quasi-Ceasefire
By Jason Johnson
Amid a short-term peace in Thailand’s Muslim far south, insurgent leaders are looking for a better opportunity for negotiations.
The Slow Burning Insurgency in Thailand’s Deep South
By Maximillian Morch
While the overall situation has improved, a recent attack should motivate both sides to return to the discussion table.
Thailand’s Deep South: Living in Conflict
By Franco Galdini (words) & Sulochana Peiris (images)
In a region seemingly under occupation, local residents cope as best they can.
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