Update on the Political Situation in Thailand

September 10, 2008 – 2:54 pm

For any of you currenlty in Thailand or travelling to Thailand in the near future here is an update on the political situation in Thailand.

The majority of the current unrest is concentrated upon Bangkok. Other areas of Thailand have had no protests or demonstrations and travel in these areas is pretty much continuing as usual.

 

Thai Prime Minister Samak Sundaravej was sacked today for breaching the Thai constitution. Samak Sundarevej was sacked for appearing in  popular Thai cooking show and recieving a nominal salary, whilst holding the position of Prime Minister which is prohibited under the Thai Constitution. However, it seems that this sacking will have little to no effect as  he has accepted the People Power party’s decision to nominate him again on Friday to lead the government, according to high ranking sources in the coalition parties.

 

Demonstrations:

The situation is calm at the moment, protests are restricted to the area arounf the Thai Independance Monument in Bangkok. The proposed strikes by the Unions have not occured as forsee and life goes on as usual.

 

Airpoirts:

All airports are operating as usual.

 

Symbiosis will regularily update this blog in relation to any changes in the current situation in Thailand.

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