Thai retail stores lining up to boycott Lazada online shopping platform

13 Sept 14:17 Key points summarised by AI

Thai retail stores, notably those from royally-sponsored projects, are boycotting Lazada following a #banLazada social media trend.
The boycott is a direct response to a controversial TikTok video promoting Lazada, which was widely deemed offensive to the royal family and disabled people.
Key outlets like "Doi Tung Club," "Patpat," Royal Chitralada Projects, and "Wansook" stores have ceased taking orders via the platform, citing "adjustments" or "revisions."
Though Lazada and the video's creators issued apologies, royalist groups continue to demand accountability and further action against the alleged offenders.
The contentious video featured an influencer in a wheelchair and traditional Thai dress, interpreted as an indirect slight against a member of the Thai royal family.

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