Tag / Abhisit Vejjajiva
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Thai Protesters Strike a Deal
On Tuesday, Thai anti-government protesters stated that they welcomed a proposal from the Thai prime minister to end the violent political crisis that has paralyzed central Bangkok for nearly two months, but asked for more details on the plan before wrapping up their demonstrations. Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva proposed elections for November 14 in order…
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Red-Shirts Continue Bangkok Protests
Defying a government deadline to cease their protests, anti-government protesters blocked roads in the Thai capital of Bangkok on Saturday. This is the first time that the protesters, known as the red-shirts, have targeted commercial areas instead of government buildings. The protesters are supporters of former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra, who was ousted in a…
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