A peaceful rally was held in Bangkok yesterday to commemorate the anniversary of the violence that erupted in Bangkok a year ago. Police estimate a crowd of 30-50,000 red shirt supporters gathered in the Democracy Monument area of Bangkok. Speeches were made and religious ceremonies were held to … [Read more...]
Red Shirts Mark Protest Anniversary in Bangkok
March 13, 2011 By
Thailand’s red shirt political movement held another major rally in Bangkok at the weekend. A crowd estimated at between 30-50,000 gathered at Bangkok’s Democracy Monument on Saturday to mark the first anniversary of last year’s protest which began on March 12 2010 and ended amidst violence … [Read more...]
Red Shirts Call Again for Release of Leaders
February 20, 2011 By
Thailand’s red shirts were once more on the streets of Bangkok yesterday. An estimated 20,000 joined the rally which renewed calls for the release on bail of the red shirt leaders who were detained following the street protests that took place in the Thai capital from March to May 2010. The red … [Read more...]
General Election Before June
February 17, 2011 By
Thailand’s Deputy Prime Minister, Suthep Thaugsuban, has announced that Thailand will hold a general election in the next few months. Suthep said he could "guarantee" that the election will be held before June. Prime Minister Abhisit had previously said that elections could only be held once … [Read more...]
Thailand and Cambodia Set for United Nations Meeting
February 10, 2011 By
On Monday, Thailand and Cambodia are scheduled to address the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) in connection with the recent clashes in the disputed border area. The UNSC will not be acting as an official mediator, but both countries have agreed that presenting their version of events may help … [Read more...]
More Clashes on Thai-Cambodian Border
February 7, 2011 By
There is increased tension on the Thai-Cambodian border after opposing troops exchanged artillery fire for three hours yesterday evening. Despite a ceasefire that had previously been agreed, this is now the third day running that troops from each side have fired at each other. Each country is … [Read more...]
Thailand and Cambodia Agree Ceasefire
February 6, 2011 By
Five people have now been confirmed dead as a result of the hostilities between Thailand and Cambodia that erupted on Friday afternoon and flared again on Saturday morning. Three soldiers have been killed (two Cambodian and one Thai) and two civilians (one Cambodian and one Thai) have also lost … [Read more...]
