Thailand – martial law warning!
Tourist Bureau
As of this morning, tourists who favored Thailand for their dream getaway have been warned that the army has declared martial law.
As a result, soldiers have taken over the mass media and have also blocked several roads in Bangkok and its surroundings.
Martial law has been declared due to the constant tensions between government and opposition demonstrators.
This extreme measure could lead to a more visceral response from the demonstrators as protests continue. Thailand army has a history of coups from 1932 until today counting at least 11 of them. On this particular occasion, they insist that it is not the case.
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office has reported that the demonstrations continue in the Bangkok area. The most troublesome issue is the use of live ammunition counting numerous casualties. Inspite of these occurrences, future protests are however expected.
The spark between the two sides is represented by Prime Minister Yingluck’s decision of dissolving the lower house of parliament in December 2013, leading to a worsening in the economic deadlock. She has been removed earlier this month through court order, being charged with an abuse of power.
The current protests have stirred-up a hornet’s nest since early January, causing a significant disruption to the access routes across the areas in question.
The current hotspots are Ratchadamnoen Avenue and the Chaeng Watthana complex. Protesters also go for certain government buildings as well as some private companies.
As of this morning, tourists who favored Thailand for their dream getaway have been warned that the army has declared martial law.
As a result, soldiers have taken over the mass media and have also blocked several roads in Bangkok and its surroundings.
Martial law has been declared due to the constant tensions between government and opposition demonstrators.
This extreme measure could lead to a more visceral response from the demonstrators as protests continue. Thailand army has a history of coups from 1932 until today counting at least 11 of them. On this particular occasion, they insist that it is not the case.
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office has reported that the demonstrations continue in the Bangkok area. The most troublesome issue is the use of live ammunition counting numerous casualties. Inspite of these occurrences, future protests are however expected.
The spark between the two sides is represented by Prime Minister Yingluck’s decision of dissolving the lower house of parliament in December 2013, leading to a worsening in the economic deadlock. She has been removed earlier this month through court order, being charged with an abuse of power.
The current protests have stirred-up a hornet’s nest since early January, causing a significant disruption to the access routes across the areas in question.
The current hotspots are Ratchadamnoen Avenue and the Chaeng Watthana complex. Protesters also go for certain government buildings as well as some private companies.
If you are currently in Thailand or plan on traveling there, we recommend your corresponding authorities for further instructions and advice.
As a result, soldiers have taken over the mass media and have also blocked several roads in Bangkok and its surroundings.
Martial law has been declared due to the constant tensions between government and opposition demonstrators.
This extreme measure could lead to a more visceral response from the demonstrators as protests continue. Thailand army has a history of coups from 1932 until today counting at least 11 of them. On this particular occasion, they insist that it is not the case.
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office has reported that the demonstrations continue in the Bangkok area. The most troublesome issue is the use of live ammunition counting numerous casualties. Inspite of these occurrences, future protests are however expected.
The spark between the two sides is represented by Prime Minister Yingluck’s decision of dissolving the lower house of parliament in December 2013, leading to a worsening in the economic deadlock. She has been removed earlier this month through court order, being charged with an abuse of power.
The current protests have stirred-up a hornet’s nest since early January, causing a significant disruption to the access routes across the areas in question.
The current hotspots are Ratchadamnoen Avenue and the Chaeng Watthana complex. Protesters also go for certain government buildings as well as some private companies.
As of this morning, tourists who favored Thailand for their dream getaway have been warned that the army has declared martial law.
As a result, soldiers have taken over the mass media and have also blocked several roads in Bangkok and its surroundings.
Martial law has been declared due to the constant tensions between government and opposition demonstrators.
This extreme measure could lead to a more visceral response from the demonstrators as protests continue. Thailand army has a history of coups from 1932 until today counting at least 11 of them. On this particular occasion, they insist that it is not the case.
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office has reported that the demonstrations continue in the Bangkok area. The most troublesome issue is the use of live ammunition counting numerous casualties. Inspite of these occurrences, future protests are however expected.
The spark between the two sides is represented by Prime Minister Yingluck’s decision of dissolving the lower house of parliament in December 2013, leading to a worsening in the economic deadlock. She has been removed earlier this month through court order, being charged with an abuse of power.
The current protests have stirred-up a hornet’s nest since early January, causing a significant disruption to the access routes across the areas in question.
The current hotspots are Ratchadamnoen Avenue and the Chaeng Watthana complex. Protesters also go for certain government buildings as well as some private companies.
If you are currently in Thailand or plan on traveling there, we recommend your corresponding authorities for further instructions and advice.
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