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Thailand
Southeast Asia Scales Down on Subsidies
Thailand, the Philippines and Indonesia have recently downgraded key subsidies. Public response is mixed.
Indy Thai Literature Struggles to Find Its Voice
Bangkok may be World Book Capital for 2013, but support for independent bookstores and publishers lags.
Xayaburi Dam Threatens Mekong River’s Giant Catfish
The Xayaburi Dam poses a problem for the Mekong River’s fish and the people living beside it.
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.
More Than Words Needed on Southern Thailand
Although a welcome development, the latest agreement to hold peace talks is hardly sufficient for ending the conflict.
Thailand’s Makudi to Run for AFC Presidency
Thailand’s Worawi Makudi wants to head the Asian Football Confederation. Will his past get in the way?
Thailand Enlists Malaysia as Go-Between in Troubled South
Thailand has called on Malaysia to address the grievances of Muslim insurgents in the south.
Thailand: 18.9% GDP Growth Last Quarter
As Thailand recovers from devastating floods, its economy presses ahead. What does the future hold?
Thai Transgender Community Finds its Voice
A recent Thai political campaign video appeals to transgendered voters. But is it enough to draw them to the polls?
Valentine’s Day in Asia: Love and Business
Asia’s take on Valentine’s Day turns the Western view of the holiday on its head.
Thai Activist Jailed for 11 Years on Lese Majeste Charges
Thai magazine editor Somyot Prueksakasemsuk has been charged with insulting the king.
Thailand’s Rice Exports Hit 12-Year Low
Last year Thailand lost its spot as the world’s top rice exporter. Can it bounce back?
Justice or Politics in Thailand?
Some say former PM Abhisit is rightfully being charged for supressing the red shirts; other see the case as business as usual.