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Thailand post-coup election
A New Era of Intolerance in Thailand?
By Shawn W. Crispin
Rising nationalism after the king's death could signal worrying days ahead for the country.
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Thailand's New Constitution: A Threat to Religious Freedom?
September 02, 2016
Thailand's New Constitution: A Threat to Religious Freedom?
A problematic provision sheds light on a thorny issue.
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Thailand's New Constitution: A Threat to Religious Freedom?
Thailand's New Constitution: A Blow to Rights?
August 17, 2016
Thailand's New Constitution: A Blow to Rights?
Despite the approval of the Thai charter, its content remains worrying.
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Thailand's New Constitution: A Blow to Rights?
Who's Behind Thailand's Deadly Bomb Blasts?
August 15, 2016
Who's Behind Thailand's Deadly Bomb Blasts?
Early signs suggest that the culprits may be southern insurgents more so than political opponents of the junta.
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Who's Behind Thailand's Deadly Bomb Blasts?
The Dark Secrets of Thailand’s Military
July 29, 2016
The Dark Secrets of Thailand’s Military
One bold woman has thrown the institution into controversy in her pursuit of justice.
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The Dark Secrets of Thailand’s Military
Thailand’s Prayut ‘Won’t Resign’ if Referendum Fails
June 28, 2016
Thailand’s Prayut ‘Won’t Resign’ if Referendum Fails
A comment likely to feed into international concerns about the junta’s lasting grip on power.
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Thailand’s Prayut ‘Won’t Resign’ if Referendum Fails
Thailand's Constitutional Referendum: A Hobson's Choice
May 13, 2016
Thailand's Constitutional Referendum: A Hobson's Choice
A climate of fear all but ensures the upcoming vote will be far from an expression of popular will.
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Thailand's Constitutional Referendum: A Hobson's Choice
Thailand’s Absurd ‘Red Bowl’ Sedition Threat
April 06, 2016
Thailand’s Absurd ‘Red Bowl’ Sedition Threat
The junta’s fear of threats to its rule -- and suppression of freedoms -- has reached a new high.
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Thailand’s Absurd ‘Red Bowl’ Sedition Threat
US Urges Thailand to Restore Democracy, Respect Rights
March 29, 2016
US Urges Thailand to Restore Democracy, Respect Rights
Sarah Sewell reiterates Washington’s call in a meeting with junta chief Prayut Chan-o-cha.
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US Urges Thailand to Restore Democracy, Respect Rights
Why Thailand’s Next Election May Not Matter
March 01, 2016
Why Thailand’s Next Election May Not Matter
There are already signs that upcoming polls may be little more than a faux election.
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Why Thailand’s Next Election May Not Matter
How Thailand’s Junta Abuses Its Critics
February 25, 2016
How Thailand’s Junta Abuses Its Critics
One junta critic on the treatment he and his family are receiving under the ruling junta.
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How Thailand’s Junta Abuses Its Critics
Thailand’s Junta Chief Pledges New Elections in 2017
February 02, 2016
Thailand’s Junta Chief Pledges New Elections in 2017
Premier says much-awaited polls will take place next year regardless of the fate of a new draft constitution.
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Thailand’s Junta Chief Pledges New Elections in 2017
When Will Thailand’s Elusive Election Be Held?
September 18, 2015
When Will Thailand’s Elusive Election Be Held?
The latest read on the ever-shifting timeline for Thailand's election.
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When Will Thailand’s Elusive Election Be Held?
Thailand’s Junta Reshuffles its Cabinet Amid Uncertainty
August 20, 2015
Thailand’s Junta Reshuffles its Cabinet Amid Uncertainty
The move aims to quell growing economic anxieties.
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Thailand’s Junta Reshuffles its Cabinet Amid Uncertainty
US-Thailand Relations on a Razor’s Edge
August 11, 2015
US-Thailand Relations on a Razor’s Edge
Further delays in polls could lead to a more punitive US response.
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US-Thailand Relations on a Razor’s Edge
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Shankaran Nambiar on the State of New Malaysia’s Economy
July 09, 2019
Shankaran Nambiar on the State of New Malaysia’s Economy
A conversation on the state of Malaysia’s economy under its new government, and the implications for domestic and foreign policy.
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