Thailand Insurgency

An overview of conflict, from protests to military and militant violence, in the Asia-Pacific in March 2025.

A deeper view of Thailand’s southern insurgency reveals more about the nature of a nation facing new challenges from a vocal, youthful generation.

The movement of extremists and illicit goods through maritime transit routes may be facilitating Thailand’s insurgency in the deep south.

While the development is a notable and encouraging one, how it will impact the insurgency’s future dynamics is less clear.

A closer look at the dynamics in the most recent phase of direct peace talks between the two sides.

A closer look at the significance of a recent visit that has generated much speculation.

While the overall situation has improved, a recent attack should motivate both sides to return to the discussion table.

The Thai military government seems more interested in counterinsurgency than in conflict settlement.

Another round of negotiations between the Thai government and rebel groups are set to take place.

Evidence points to a connection to the southern Thailand insurgency.

There has been a rise in Buddhist extremism in several Asian countries recently. Is there a link?

In a region seemingly under occupation, local residents cope as best they can.