Students’ push for monarchy reform graduates to new level

13 Sept 11:02 Key points summarised by AI

Thai university students, spearheaded by Chulalongkorn graduate Aomtip, are boycotting traditional graduation ceremonies as a form of protest against perceived 'soft power' and state authority.
The #BoycottConferralCeremony campaign has gained significant traction, particularly at Thammasat University, where attendance for the royal-conferred ceremony is expected to drop drastically.
This widespread student defiance directly extends from the broader anti-establishment movement advocating for monarchy reform, constitutional changes, and the Prime Minister's resignation.
Student groups, such as Thammasat's 'Graduates of the People,' explicitly frame the boycott as peaceful civil disobedience aimed at advancing calls for curbing royal power.

Bai Lu meet-and-greet cancelled days after China’s safety warning

Yesterday 15:28 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Tourism and Sports Minister announced the government will seek clarification from the Chinese Embassy regarding its recent travel advisory warning Chinese nationals about safety concerns in Thailand.
The travel advisory is anticipated to negatively impact the number of Chinese tourists visiting Thailand, despite recent increases in arrivals.
A meet-and-greet event featuring Chinese actress Bai Lu, a WeTV Global Ambassador, was abruptly cancelled just days after the Chinese Embassy issued its safety warning, though no official reason was provided.
The Chinese Embassy's advisory urged citizens to beware of job scams, fraudulent investments, suspicious travel arrangements, and the risk of illegal detention or being lured to the Thai-Myanmar border.
Chinese nationals were advised to verify job offers, use legitimate transport, avoid high-risk border areas, protect personal documents, and keep family informed of travel plans.