Thailand: Leading activist Anon Nampa jailed over calls for royal reform
Anon Nampa is jailed four years for calling for a conversation on the role of Thailand's monarchy.
1970-01-01 08:00
Thai King's son signals willingness to talk about country's strict royal insult law as he attends lese majeste exhibition
The second son of Thailand's King Maha Vajiralongkorn made a surprise visit to a New York exhibition featuring the stories of people who have been prosecuted under the country's harsh royal defamation laws, signaling a willingness to talk openly about the taboo topic.
1970-01-01 08:00
Pita Limjaroenrat: Thailand's reformist leader faces uncertain PM vote
The man who won the election must overcome conservative rivals and last-ditch legal hurdles to take power.
1970-01-01 08:00
Prayuth Chan-ocha: Thailand coup leader departs the stage
Prayuth Chan-ocha's nine years of authoritarian rule saw a sweeping crackdown on political dissent.
1970-01-01 08:00