Thailand Protests Against The Government And Calls To Reform The Monarchy Continue For Fifth Day

 

SCMP/AP: Thailand protests continue for fifth day as demonstrations stretch beyond Bangkok 

The movement, which is calling for the prime minister’s resignation, a more democratic constitution and a reformed monarchy, began in March On Sunday, rallies were called in at least a dozen provinces, including Chiang Mai, a popular tourist destination in northern Thailand 

Pro-democracy activists in Thailand launched their fifth straight days of protests on Sunday, scheduling demonstrations not just in the capital but also at several other locations around the country. 

The demonstrators received a new warning from police that they are violating the law. On Saturday, however, few people were arrested as peaceful rallies were held at several points around Bangkok, the capital, with several thousand people taking part. 

The protest movement – which is calling for the prime minister’s resignation, a more democratic constitution and a reformed monarchy – began in March at universities around the country. After a lull due to the coronavirus crisis, it was revived in late July, building up strength, particularly in Bangkok.

Read more .... 

WNU Editor: I have not given the attention that this story deserves. But this unrest has been building up for a long time. 

 More News On The Unrest In Thailand 

Protesters in Thailand carry on despite police warning -- AP 

Huge crowds in Bangkok challenge Thai protest ban for fourth day -- France 24 

Thailand: Protesters back on the streets despite police ban -- Al Jazeera 

Thai protest leaders play cat and mouse with police as thousands rally -- The Guardian 

Thailand Under State of Emergency After Massive Anti-Government Protests -- VOA 

Bangkok protesters hold rallies despite transit shutdown -- UPI 

Thailand's protests and their digital dimension -- DW 

Thailand protests: 'My father is blinded by his love for the monarchy' -- BBC