Thailand extends activist's jail term to more than 34 years
- BANGKOK: A Thai court sentenced a leader of 2020 protests to an additional two years in jail on Friday (Oct 30), a rights group said, bringing his total term to more than 34 years.
- Human rights lawyer Arnon Nampa was convicted on a fresh count of lese majeste, the strict law that shields the Thai royal family from criticism but which critics say is used to muzzle dissent.
- Arnon rose to prominence in youth-led protests that saw tens of thousands of people take to the streets in 2020, calling for reform of the military-drafted constitution and the monarchy.
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- BANGKOK: A Thai court sentenced a leader of 2020 protests to an additional two years in jail on Friday (Oct 30), a rights group said, bringing his total term to more than 34 years.
- Human rights lawyer Arnon Nampa was convicted on a fresh count of lese majeste, the strict law that shields the Thai royal family from criticism but which critics say is used to muzzle dissent.
- Arnon rose to prominence in youth-led protests that saw tens of thousands of people take to the streets in 2020, calling for reform of the military-drafted constitution and the monarchy.
Sources: CNA