Military In Politics: Thailand | Insight | Full Episode

Since the 1932 revolution which ended 150 years of absolute monarchy in Thailand, the kingdom has had 13 successful military coups and 11 attempted coups. In other words, the military has proven itself to be a constant threat to civilian rule and democracy, ready to grab power when the opportunity avails itself.
But its intervention in the nation’s politics has generated a lot of resentment and resistance from Thai citizens who want the military to stay out of politics for good. To prevent that from happening, the military has drafted a new constitution which gives the institution a permanent role in politics.
To what extent can the people accept the new political framework? Will the military’s permanent presence in politics bring about greater stability, progress and developments to Thailand? Or will it lead to a continued turmoil and further deepen authoritarian rule in the country?
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[@azuremovart696]

Here in Indonesia in 1998, we revolted so hard that our military dictator Suharto (most corrupt president in the world) forced to resigned. The reformation was not smooth but it lead to a stable democracy. I hope our cousins in Thailand and Myanmar will be able to resolve their problem with the military dictatorship as well.

[@ryerye9019]

Bless the brave people of Thailand. May you have the justice the you deserve!

[@manifestdestiny5847]

As a thai I can say that this is a pretty good overview of the overall situation

[@glennaa11]

it's sad what has happened to most of SE Asia. Great people, crappy and corrupt governments

[@tijldeclerck7772]

I love documentaries that show both sides of a situation

[@somerslim25]

thank you CNA; Really appreciate it.

[@razgrizadler]

Even now people of Thailand are still fighting to get rid of these armed thugs from politics.

[@forretresss]

Help Thailand and Myanmar! Free us from Military Dictatorship! III

[@dasXperiment]

Very well made documentary. Although not flawless (who is), the best I have seen so far about this topic. High quality!

[@danielchong1086]

According to the Credit Suisse report, the bottom 10% of Thais hold 0% of the wealth, being either in debt or having no documented household income. The poorest 50% of Thais now hold only 1.7% of the country’s wealth, while the richest 10% now hold a massive 85.7%.

[@marsilladewibaruch7097]

Thailand slides into abysmal deterioration worse than the year Thaksin fled. One person assimilates country’s wealth and created the biggest ravine between the privileged and the poor. I have my sympathy for fellow Thai people, and may this mayhem end soon.

[@Davidlp70]

What I like about Thailand is, I have been there 5 times from 1989 - now, each time during a coup. And everytime, you wouldn't know it. Life goes on the same. Everyone is left alone. At least from a tourist point of view.

[@jackpat9340]

Fun facts : NACC has declared that corruption has tremendously increased since the coup. I thought the coup was supposed to eliminate corruption, isn't it?

[@KEISHINZAN]

ありがとうございます!

[@phoenixbird7574]

Thanks.very informative

[@danielm.4346]

Dawn Tan, you are good.

[@richardcoterie8091]

Great video

[@bigjim2times]

It’s a decent explanation for the background of the whole subject.

[@malcolmsoh5648]

transparency and accountability. clap clap.

[@natalianm6004]

Thailand people is amazing, good luck!