Thailand Disrupted: The Death of Thai-Style Democracy (End)
To better understand Thailand you need to know its history. You can dive into the books for that, among other things. One of the books that should not be missed is Federico Ferrara's “Thailand Unhinged: The Death of Thai-Style Democracy”. Ferrara is a lecturer in Asian Politics at the University of Hong Kong. In his book, Ferrara discusses the turmoil surrounding the deposition of former Prime Minister Thaksin and the political turmoil in the decades that preceded it.
Thailand Disrupted: The Death of Thai-Style Democracy (Part 1)
To better understand Thailand you need to know its history. You can dive into the books for that, among other things. One of the books that should not be missed is Federico Ferrara's “Thailand Unhinged: The Death of Thai-Style Democracy”. Ferrara is a lecturer in Asian Politics at the University of Hong Kong. In his book, Ferrara discusses the turmoil surrounding the deposition of former Prime Minister Thaksin and the political turmoil in the decades that preceded it, and Rob V. summarizes the most important chapters in this diptych.
Pepper and salt from Kampot
The emergence of pepper in the Kampot region dates back to the 13th century with the arrival of the Chinese who cultivated pepper. More recently, it was the French who further developed pepper production in Kampot at the beginning of the 20th century. The current annual production is currently 8000 tons. In particular, the knowledge that has been passed on from generation to generation over many years ensures a high level of quality.
Koh Larn and its problems
Koh Larn, one of the beautiful islands near Pattaya, is increasingly under pressure. In the past, an ambitious plan was developed to generate energy in an environmentally friendly way. A large number of solar panels were installed. But to the disappointment of the islanders, this electricity was intended for street lighting in Pattaya.
Kalasin province in Isan
Most of the province of Kalasin is a hilly landscape. The capital of the same name is located at an altitude of 152 meters. In the north, the Lam Pao Dam was built from 1963 to 1968. It prevents flooding and also provides water for agriculture.
Holiday spending of the over-65s strongly on the rise
The over-65s will spend no less than half a billion more on holidays in the next five years, making them an important target group. While the Dutch population under the age of 65 will hardly increase in the coming years, the group of over-65s will grow by about 8% per year
Thailand's former national police chief, Somyot Pumpanmuang, has admitted borrowing 300 million baht from a brothel owner involved in the Victoria's Secret Massage case and wanted for human trafficking, among other things.
Plans for international fruit export
At a cabinet meeting in the eastern province of Chanthaburi, approval was given to the proposal to promote fruit exports.
Mukdahan in Isan
The concept of Isaan is well known to many people. But from the beginning of the 20th century, this north-eastern part of Thailand has become a fact as Isaan. The name comes from Isanapura, capital of Chenla. Many people call themselves khon Isan and speak Isan as distinct from Laos and Central Thailand, although the Thai language is taught in schools.
From Siem Reap to Phnom Penh
After visits to the overwhelming Ankor Wat complex and a boat trip to Kampong Plouk, the journey continues to Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia.
Kampong Plouk near Siem Reap
If you want to see one of the oldest and imaginative thousand-year-old temple complexes, then the trip goes to Siem Reap in Cambodia. You have to let your imagination run wild at the Angkor Wat complex and let it sink in how people were able to build something so unique in those days.
S-21 the Tuol Sleng prison in Cambodia
During his journey through Cambodia, Yuundai visited one of the most horrific extermination camps from Pol Pot's time. A visit that would reverberate for a long time. A school that was used and turned into an extermination camp and equipped with many torture chambers.
Ghost houses in Thailand
Everywhere you come across these houses in Thailand, built in different sizes. But what is it actually about? Before Buddhism, there was animism (belief in spirits) that could be found almost everywhere and had an influence on life. However, when Buddhism spread to Southeast Asia, animism mixed with Buddhism and this is reflected in the spirit houses, among other things.
On a study trip to Cambodia
“Are you going on a study trip again?” I still get teased from time to time. I myself am the reason for this question because many times I have answered certain questions from friends and acquaintances that I am not going on holiday but on a study trip. Promptly followed the question which study I followed, to which my answer was invariably: "The history of the Khmer and that is a long study." Of course I meant it as a joke, but anyway it's a more than interesting subject.
Coast Guard rescue operations
The Pattaya Coast Guard had a busy day on Thursday, January 11. An American had rented a jet ski, but turned out not to be able to handle such a craft. During the trip he forgot to keep an eye on his surroundings and got lost.
Land grab in Thailand
'Landjepik' is an old game that you used to play as a child in the Netherlands. Now 10.000 kilometers further, it is not a game, but pure seriousness for several parties.
Medical interventions in transgender people
Transgender people have the opportunity to undergo a transformation through surgery in Thailand, so that they can continue living with female sexual characteristics.