Whatever one's views regarding the overthrow of the absolute monarchy in 1932, the removal of the memorial plaque commemorating the event is surely an act of cultural vandalism. As anyone who has visited a Bangkok cinema or shopping mall knows, the temperatures usually seem to be set at near freezing. The referendum in Turkey is set to give President Erdogan full control of the country. He has no doubt promised the Moon and the stars and it will be like "All your Christmases come at once". Richard BowlerCONTACT: BANGKOK POST BUILDING136 Na Ranong Road Klong Toey, Bangkok 10110Fax: +02 6164000 email:postbag@bangkokpost.co.thAll letter writers must provide full name and address.

Source: Bangkok Post April 18, 2017 20:48 UTC