Political activist Wanchalearm missing after kidnapping
Another anti-government activist, Wanchalearm Satsakit (วันเฉลิม สัตย์ศักดิ์สิทธิ์), has disappeared. Last Thursday afternoon, June 4, a black SUV stopped in front of his home in Phnom Penh, armed men forcibly pulled 35-year-old Wanchalearm inside.
Interview with Bow, champion of democracy
After the May 2014 military coup that sent home an elected government, Nuttaa Mahattana (ณัฏฐา มหัทธนา ) became a staunch champion of democracy. Better known as Bow (โบว์) and with an online platform of over 100.000 followers, she is a popular speaker at political rallies. She participates in protests and demonstrations and is out to give Thailand a democratic order again. No wonder she's a thorn in the government's side. Who is this woman who dares to continue defying the military regime? Rob V. had a conversation with her at the end of February during a lunch in Bangkok.
Schengen dossier May 2020
Questions about Schengen visas regularly pop up on Thailandblog. This Schengen visa file deals with the most important points of attention and questions. Good and timely preparation is very important for a successful visa application.
The new model visa sticker has been in circulation in the Schengen member states since about the beginning of this year. Now I am working on an update of the Schengen file and I am looking for good pictures of these new stickers.
Issuing Schengen visas in Thailand under scrutiny (2018)
Every spring, EU Home Affairs, the Home Affairs department of the European Commission, publishes the latest figures on Schengen visas. In this article I take a closer look at the application for Schengen visas in Thailand and I try to provide insight into the statistics surrounding the issuance of visas to see if there are any striking figures or trends.
New rules for the Schengen visa as of February 2020
Since 2014, the European Commission has been discussing new regulations regarding the Schengen visa with the member states. After years of deliberation, all parties involved have finally agreed on a change. What will change for the Thai in the new year?
Impunity and human rights in Thailand
Thailand has a long history of unpunished disproportionate violence perpetrated by the state against its citizens. For decades, those seen as a threat by the Thai government have faced intimidation, arrest, torture, disappearance or even death. Impunity reigns, basic human rights of citizens are trampled underfoot, but no one is really held accountable for these matters.
The Thai script – Dossier
For those who regularly stay in Thailand or have Thai family, it is useful to familiarize yourself somewhat with the Thai language. With enough motivation, practically anyone of any age can learn the language. I really don't have a language talent myself, but after about a year I can still speak basic Thai. In the following lessons a short introduction with the commonly used characters, words and sounds.
The Thai script – lesson 12 (final)
For those who regularly stay in Thailand or have Thai family, it is useful to familiarize yourself somewhat with the Thai language. With enough motivation, practically anyone of any age can learn the language. I really don't have a language knack myself, but after about a year I can still speak basic Thai. In the following lessons a short introduction with the commonly used characters, words and sounds. Lesson 12 today.
The Thai script – lesson 11
For those who regularly stay in Thailand or have Thai family, it is useful to familiarize yourself somewhat with the Thai language. With enough motivation, practically anyone of any age can learn the language. I really don't have a language knack myself, but after about a year I can still speak basic Thai. In the following lessons a short introduction with the commonly used characters, words and sounds. Lesson 11 today.
The Thai script – lesson 10
For those who regularly stay in Thailand or have Thai family, it is useful to familiarize yourself somewhat with the Thai language. With enough motivation, practically anyone of any age can learn the language. I really don't have a language knack myself, but after about a year I can still speak basic Thai. In the following lessons a short introduction with the commonly used characters, words and sounds. Lesson 10 today.
The Thai script – lesson 9
For those who regularly stay in Thailand or have Thai family, it is useful to familiarize yourself somewhat with the Thai language. With enough motivation, practically anyone of any age can learn the language. I really don't have a language knack myself, but after about a year I can still speak basic Thai. In the following lessons a short introduction with the commonly used characters, words and sounds. Lesson 9 today.
The Thai script – lesson 8
For those who regularly stay in Thailand or have Thai family, it is useful to familiarize yourself somewhat with the Thai language. With enough motivation, practically anyone of any age can learn the language. I really don't have a language knack myself, but after about a year I can still speak basic Thai. In the following lessons a short introduction with the commonly used characters, words and sounds. Lesson 8 today.
The Thai script – lesson 7
For those who regularly stay in Thailand or have Thai family, it is useful to familiarize yourself somewhat with the Thai language. With enough motivation, practically anyone of any age can learn the language. I really don't have a language knack myself, but after about a year I can still speak basic Thai. In the following lessons a short introduction with the commonly used characters, words and sounds. Lesson 7 today.
The Thai script – lesson 6
For those who regularly stay in Thailand or have Thai family, it is useful to familiarize yourself somewhat with the Thai language. With enough motivation, practically anyone of any age can learn the language. I really don't have a language knack myself, but after about a year I can still speak basic Thai. In the following lessons a short introduction with the commonly used characters, words and sounds. Lesson 6 today.
The Thai script – lesson 5
For those who regularly stay in Thailand or have Thai family, it is useful to familiarize yourself somewhat with the Thai language. With enough motivation, practically anyone of any age can learn the language. I really don't have a language knack myself, but after about a year I can still speak basic Thai. In the following lessons a short introduction with the commonly used characters, words and sounds. Lesson 5 today.
The Thai script – lesson 4
For those who regularly stay in Thailand or have Thai family, it is useful to familiarize yourself somewhat with the Thai language. With enough motivation, practically anyone of any age can learn the language. I really don't have a language knack myself, but after about a year I can still speak basic Thai. In the following lessons a short introduction with the commonly used characters, words and sounds. Lesson 4 today.