The Ratchaprasong messages (Say hello to the leaders)
During the red shirt protests of 2010, many hundreds of demonstrators left a message on a large billboard. The more than a thousand post-it notes eventually found their way to the archives of the International Institute of Social History (IISH) in Amsterdam. Curator Eef Vermeij wrote the following blog about this.
German protests in Thailand against Thai government: reactions from foreigners and Thais
The question of whether foreigners are allowed to interfere in Thai politics in Thailand (or elsewhere) has been around for a long time and opinions are divided. Recently, a German man demonstrated in Rayong against Deputy Prime Minister Prawit. Here I give the opinions of foreigners (mostly negative) and Thais (almost always positive).
Aunt Pao, an outspoken and beloved protester
Worawan Sae-aung has been involved in protests since 1992 for more democracy, a better environment and more social services. This feisty lady is spotted at many a demonstration, and is now in the spotlight as the website Prachatai has named her 'Person of the Year 2021'. She is affectionately referred to as "Aunt Pao." I am here summarizing a longer article on Prachatai.
Red shirts visible again at protests in Bangkok
A grand 'vehicle protest', that was the aim of a demonstration yesterday in the center of Bangkok. The group of demonstrators in cars and motorbikes gathered at the Ratchaprasong intersection and again many red T-shirts and flags were seen. The main demand of the mob: Prayut must leave! He is unable to lead the country through the Corona crisis and back to democracy.
At least 1.000 anti-government demonstrators clashed with police in Bangkok on Saturday, who tried to block the way for the protesters with tear gas, rubber bullets and water cannons.
Thailand photo of the day: Demonstrations in Bangkok
Demonstrations take place in Bangkok almost every weekend, despite the authorities' announcement that gatherings have been banned due to the risk of spreading the corona virus.
At a demonstration in Bangkok on Vibhavadi-Rangsit Road against the Prayut government yesterday, 33 people were injured and 22 demonstrators were arrested. Police used a water cannon and containers had been placed to prevent pro-democracy protesters from marching to Prime Minister Prayut Chan-O-Cha's residence on Sunday evening.
Protests in Bangkok escalate
You will probably have noticed that since the summer there have been weekly protests in Bangkok and various other cities. Seen across the board, the demonstrations are still characterized by their humour, creativity, dynamism and shrewdness. All kinds of issues are publicly discussed, but the three main points remain undiminished: the resignation of Prime Minister Prayuth is demanded, the constitution is revised and the monarchy is reformed.
Prime Minister Prayut denies rumors he will resign on November 25
Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha said yesterday that he has never said he wants to step down. In doing so, he refutes the rumors that he would resign before November 25. Prayut calls this "propaganda" from the mouth of the anti-government protesters.
Riots at anti-government demonstrations in Bangkok: 18 injured
Yesterday afternoon and evening, at the parliament building in Bangkok, at the Kiak Kai intersection, riots broke out between anti-government demonstrators, royalists and the police. At least 18 people were injured and had to be treated in hospital.
Bangkok police fired water cannons against protesters outside the Supreme Court building on Sanam Luang on Sunday evening to prevent them from marching towards the Royal Household Bureau at the Grand Palace.
Yesterday there was another mass protest in Bangkok against the government of Prime Minister Prayut. This time the organizers had kept the location a secret. Later it turned out to be the Victory Monument and the Asok intersection in Bangkok.
Anti-government protesters clash with police at Democracy Monument
Police yesterday arrested XNUMX protesters who had set up tents on Ratchadamnoen Avenue near the Democracy Monument in Bangkok. They were there for the big anti-government demonstrations that are being held today.
Thousands of Thais demand democracy and monarchy reform
An estimated 20.000 protesters gathered in Bangkok yesterday. This made this protest one of the largest ever held in Thailand. The protesters will continue their actions today. They demand a new constitution and an end to the military-dominated government. There was also a call for a reform of the monarchy, a loaded subject in the country.
This Saturday there will be large demonstrations in Bangkok against the current government of Prime Minister Prayut. Yesterday, therefore, the travel advice for Thailand was adjusted by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Anti-Prayut protesters in Bangkok may be prosecuted
Police are considering taking legal action against the leaders of the anti-Prayut rally held in Bangkok on Saturday, July 18, because the protesters broke the state of emergency and other laws.
After a period of relative calm, protesters can be seen in Bangkok again after 5 years. They want the election commission to resign because they mistrust the election results.