Academics, politicians divided over path to unityThe political climate has become unseasonably turbulent following the youth-led street protests calling for Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha's resignation, a rewrite of the constitution and reform of the monarchy. We don't know if the street protests will end, because their demands aren't limited to charter amendment. Korkaew Pikulthong, leader of the red-shirt movement, said that not only should the prime minister resign, those with close affiliations to him such as Deputy Prime Minister Prawit Wongsuwon and Interior Minister Anupong Paojinda should also step aside. He said the charter amendment is an issue that most people agree with and can be given a clear timeline. "This dialogue will pave way for the charter amendment, although, of course, not all charter amendment demands will be met," he said.

Source: Bangkok Post October 31, 2020 22:07 UTC