Thailand: Tough Security Law Extended in Bangkok

By Larry Habegger | Permalink | No Comments | March 24th, 2010 | Trackback

Facing another mass rally and ongoing demonstrations, the government extended a tough emergency security law in Bangkok and neighboring Nonthaburi and Samut Prakan through March 30. The Internal Security Act was put in place to maintain order when “Red Shirt” protesters announced their intention to hold massive demonstrations in Bangkok in mid March. Whether the rallies continue past March 30 depends on the protesters’ stamina and determination to bring down the government, a result that most analysts believe is unlikely.

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