Opinion: 'Thailand's bizarre shadow power, the 'influential figures'
18 September 2023
In Thailand, power often appears to extend beyond official titles and ranks. As the new government of Srettha Thavisin battles mafias and influential figures, the country is confronted with the dark side of its political and social structure. From local leaders to the military, the influence of these figures is deeply woven into Thai society.
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Today another statement of the week and this time about corruption. In this statement, we argue that it is not individuals who perpetuate corruption, but that the problem lies in the culture and structure of Thai society.
'The Thai is a nice person but with a backbone of a mussel'
April 17, 2015
Thailand faces an important challenge, but with a backbone of a mussel, this challenge is ignored, Ronald van Veen writes in his column in which he is critical of Thai society.
