Political Unrest in Bangkok Thailand
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Aug
23
An Australian man is in Thailand’s jails for his actions during the anti-government protests in May. He was sentenced to a jail term, released for time already served, and then quickly detained again for overstaying his visa.
An Australian man will remain in detention in Thailand, after a court sentenced him to jail time for his involvement in Thailand’s red-shirt movement.
Conor Purcell was escorted to court Friday morning in Bangkok where he has been detained since the end of Political Unrest in May.
He was detained on accusations of violating emergency laws imposed by the Thai government during the red shirts’ protest.
On Friday, the municipal court sentenced Purcell to 45 days prison after he pled guilty to the charges. But because Purcell had been in detention since the end of political protests, the judge released him for time already served.
He was then quickly detained on charges he overstayed his visa.
On his arrival in court Purcell shouted furiously at the unfairness of his treatment.
[Conor Purcell, Australian National]:
“They are breaking their own criminal procedure code in every stage. Detention was extended without accusation and without charge for five times. Illegal arrest, illegal detention.”
Purcell will remain in detention pending a decision on whether immigration officials will deport him or not.
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Aug
20
Labor strikes in South Africa have halted public services throughout the country. Analyst Mark Schroeder looks at the potential economic and political effects on President Jacob Zuma’s government.
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Aug
9
An Hodgson, Senior Strategic Analyst, explains how Thailand has been gripped by political turmoil since the coup in 2006. Since the latest Political Unrest in May 2010, the economy has been adversely affected. A reduced amount of tourists have been traveling to Thailand, lowering the flight and hotel numbers. This negative impact on the Thai tourism industry is taking a toll on the overall GDP in Thailand.
Business confidence was also affected, with the BSI index experiencing the largest month-on-month fall since 1999. The consumer confidence index also fell – but experienced less of a decline in its most recent quarter than in 2009, mainly due to the Thai economy being hard hit by the global recession.
Due to political instability in Thailand, there will be more tourism arrivals in countries surrounding Thailand because tourists will direct their interests to outlying countries. Tourism agencies have reported booking cancellations in Thailand. Foreign investment will also be impacted, as investors will be looking at the political turmoil in Thailand and relocating investments to neighboring countries.
Duration : 0:4:14
Jun
7
Band: Napalm Death
Song: Life?
Album: Scum
Genre(s): Hardcore Punk (early), Grindcore/Death Metal (later)
Lyrical Theme(s): Political Unrest, Hate, Aggression, Social Issues
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Scum is hailed as the first groundbreaking Grindcore album.
Lyrics:
Brought into this emptiness
Never hope or choice
Emotionless and cold
This is life?
Illusions shattered
An existence of lies
A constant struggle
Freedom denied
At their feet – submission
No sanctuary in death
Drugged up, up
Is that all you’re worth?
Duration : 0:0:44
Apr
17
April 15 (Bloomberg) — Korn Chatikavanij, Thailand’s finance minister, talks with Bloomberg’s Haslinda Amin about the impact of Political Unrest on the nation’s economy.
Speaking from Bangkok, Korn also discusses China’s yuan policy. (This is an excerpt of the full interview. Source: Bloomberg)
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Apr
11
As anti-government protests, violent clashes and unrest take over the Central Asian country of Kyrgyzstan, concerns in the International community are rising over what will happen next. This is very important for the White House to keep an eye on because the US has military bases in Kirgizstan, the only US military base in Central Asia.
The first reports out of Kyrgyzstan were that the rise in utilities prices sparked the protests and violence but obviously there has been tension for a while now. Alisher Khamidov says that Kyrgyzstan has not had any clear structure; however the protesting factions are the first signs of structure or perhaps civil war.
Duration : 0:4:11
Mar
30
For many Pakistanis it’s known as “Paradise on Earth.” Famed for its lush green meadows, pristine lakes and soaring peaks, the Swat Valley drew in thousands of tourists.
But in recent weeks, Swat’s become synonymous with suicide bombings and Political Unrest.
Duration : 0:1:54
Mar
21
In west Africa, the rising cost of basic foodstuffs is leading to political and civil unrest as well as threatening millions with hunger.
Perhaps the most serious unrest has occurred in Cameroon – at least 47 people were killed in food prices related violence.
Our correspondent Yvonne Ndege travelled to the capital Yaounde to find out how people are trying to create their own alternatives to deal with the hike in food prices.
Duration : 0:2:31
Mar
18
BBFNews is an independent news resource produced by Bible Believers Fellowship to cover issues that Bible believing Christians ought to be informed about . In this report, we look at Biblical encouragement to be prepared for the inevitable natural disasters and Political Unrest that lie ahead.
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