Amid increasing repression on freedom of speech since it took power in recent military coup, worrisome Thai Junta bans video game from Bulgaria
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News about the struggle for better democracy in Thailand. Thailand is not a functioning democracy. According to Freedom House, the "July 2011 elections were considered relatively free and fair" but a military coup soon overturned the result. Also check out our section on World Democracy.
New Laws Steadily Erode Southeast Asia Internet Freedom
Malaysia and Thailand leading steady decline in Asia internet freedom marking dramatic u-turn
CRISIS: Furious Opposition to Boycott Thailand Election
Decision to boycott Thailand election shows major need for negotiation and compromise before now
Is Election Method Reform the Solution for Thailand?
As protests in Thailand have raged, the idea of radical election method reform has begun to gain traction
VIDEO: Thailand Democracy Protests Reaching Boiling Point
Massive Thailand democracy protests continue to shake Asian tiger as democracy hangs in balance
Thailand Controversy Over Abolishing Senate Completely
Major political powers in Thailand controversy continue to clash as new election law changes draw controversy
Thousands of Thailand Farmers Join in Protests
Thousands of Thailand farmers join in protests in capital to press for collective rights united
Protests Around the World Today
Massive political protests around the world with half dozen major marches today
Cambodia Dissident Not Allowed in Thailand
Cambodia dissident one of nation’s most prominent is refused entry to neighboring Thailand
International Democracy Activists Honored by Charity
National Endowment for Democracy honors new international democracy activists from 11 countries