VOICED : Tailandeses prodemocracia desafían a la monarquía

The pro-democracy movement in Thailand is gaining momentum as thousands of protesters gather in Bangkok, defying a newly imposed emergency decree that bans gatherings of more than four people. The demonstrators are calling for the release of detained activists and demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-o-cha, who has been in power since a 2014 coup. They also seek constitutional reforms and changes to the monarchy, particularly laws against defaming the royal family. In response, the government has intensified its stance, prohibiting online messages that could threaten national security or incite fear.

What was the main reason for the protesters gathering in Bangkok?

• To celebrate a national holiday

• To support the current government

• To demand the release of detained activists

• To attend a cultural festival

What is one of the key demands of the pro-democracy movement in Thailand?

• Increase in military power

• Resignation of the Prime Minister

• Expansion of the monarchy's influence

• Introduction of new taxes

Since when has Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-o-cha been in power?

• 2010

• 2020

• 2014

• 2018

What additional reform do some activists demand beyond political changes?

• Reform of the healthcare system

• Reform of the monarchy

• Reform of the transportation system

• Reform of the education system

What does the emergency decree prohibit besides gatherings?

• Public celebrations

• Importing foreign goods

• Online messages that could harm national security

• Traveling abroad