What distinguishes Thailand from many other countries is our rich diversity in culture and history. Yet slowly but surely, the distinctive heritage of our local communities is disappearing. Often property developers destroy historic buildings in pursuit of profit. But why do their rights always seem to come first? Why do we have to beg to protect our cultural assets?
Readers may be surprised to learn that one of the top-5 most read articles at The Guardian yesterday was on Thailand. "Thai conscientious objector risks jail in rare refusal of military service" is about Netiwit Chotiphatphaisal’s refusal to participate in the conscription ballot. The Guardian says this is "a rare protest as a conscientious objector."…
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