A figurehead leader, he had little real power but did endorse measures that allowed the country’s generals to extend their rule after a 2021 coup.
Author: SUI-LEE WEE
Myanmar Lifts State of Emergency, Paving the Way for Disputed Vote
The military government hopes elections can bring more international legitimacy. But the generals will still rule, and opposition groups are boycotting.
Thailand and Cambodia Reach Trump Trade Deals, U.S. Official Says
Senior officials from both countries say they were still waiting to hear final details on the deals after comments by the U.S. commerce secretary, Howard Lutnick.
Thailand and Cambodia Stepped Back From War, but Their Temple Fight Remains
Intense nationalism and disputed history — and maps — stoke the neighbors’ hostilities. Even a surge of international diplomacy has brought little hope of a lasting peace.
Cease-Fire in Deadly Thailand-Cambodia Conflict Gets Armies’ Backing
The talks between commanders on both sides were seen as a crucial test of whether the cease-fire deal reached on Monday would result in a lasting peace.
Shooting at Bangkok Market Leaves Several People Dead
The gunman killed five people at Or Tor Kor market, which is popular with tourists, before dying by suicide, the authorities said.
With Bombs Whizzing in Air, Thousands Flee Thailand-Cambodia Border
The conflict is one of the deadliest clashes ever between the two countries. Thirty-four people have died, and over 165,000 have been displaced.
At Trump’s Urging, Thailand and Cambodia to Meet for Cease-Fire Talks
After calls by President Trump, the leaders of Cambodia and Thailand are set to meet in Malaysia on Monday to discuss a halt to the fighting.
Trump Says He Expects Quick Cease-Fire Between Thailand and Cambodia
President Trump said he had intervened to help stop the deadly strife, now in its third day, after it extended to provinces about 200 miles south of where clashes began.
Spat Between Thai and Cambodian Leaders Fuels Deadly Border War
A personal feud between two of Southeast Asia’s political titans is inflaming the worst violence on the border in more than a decade.