Lese-Majeste: A Distinctive Character of Thai Democracy amidst the Global Democratic Movement
Lese-Majeste: A Distinctive Character of Thai Democracy amidst the Global Democratic Movement
by: Professor Dr. Borwornsak Uwanno Fellow of the Royal Institute Secretary-General of King Prajadhipok's Institute
Recently, certain Thai academics have put forward a proposal that lese-majeste offence contravenes the democratic principle of freedom of expression, and, second, lese-majeste allegations have been abused by accusers for political gain.
This article aims to make an academic analysis to determine whether this particular offence should be maintained. If the answer is yes, then what is the conceptual basis? If no, then why is it so? are there any problem with enforcement of the law? If so, how can these problems be resolved?
Constitution Referendum in Thailand: Observations from Chachoengsao Province
Constitution Referendum in Thailand: Observations from Chachoengsao Province
By : Michael H. Nelson
In this paper, I will describe the work of the Constitution Drafting Assembly’s (CDA) provincial-level “Extraordinary Committee for Public Hearings and People’s Participation,” anti-constitution activities, and the administration of the referendum by the provincial election commission (PEC). I will also relate opinions expressed by or-dinary people about the constitution and the referendum and report the result of the vote.
Dialogue on Implementing the Local Government Provisions of the New Constitution in Thailand
Dialogue on Implementing the Local Government Provisions of the New Constitution in Thailand
ISBN : 974 - 449 - 300 - 373 - 2 Editors: Assistant Prof. Dr. Orathai Kokpol Mr. Packawat Atchariyapanya Rapporteurs : Mr. Teerapong Bualar Ms. Benjawan Boonsri Publisher : Colledge of Local Government Development
