Thais Yearn for Leadership ; Struggle of 'Yellow Shirts' Vs. 'Red Shirts' Turns Political Landscape Black and Blue
The Washington Times › December 05, 2008
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Thailand's crippled government is struggling to find a new prime minister and prevent a return of protesters who easily sabotaged Bangkok's airports, stranding more than 300,000 travelers.
All sides are preparing for a fresh confrontation, after a class struggle between so-called "yellow shirts" and "red shirts" and court rulings produced three prime ministers in a little more than two years and the rebirth of the same party under different names.See the full content of this document
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Thais Yearn for Leadership ; Struggle of 'Yellow Shirts' Vs. 'Red Shirts' Turns Political Landscape Black and Blue
Whoever becomes Thailand's next prime minister will lead yet another vulnerable coalition in this Buddhist-majority country, a U.S. ally in the heart of Southeast Asia.
Rival politicians agreed to present King Bhumibol Adulyadej a peaceful 81st birthday on Friday, before announcing their next moves.The k...See the full content of this document
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