Sorry that I was away for few days and did not give you a timely update on the crisis here. The short version is that the Supreme Court of Thailand voted to dissolve the ruling political party on Tuesday. The protesters were satisfied enough with this and they ended their siege of the airports.
Things have been very quiet the last few days. The Thais are observing the King's birthday this weekend. The King is very cherished and dear to the Thai people. It seems that the battling factions in this crisis have put things on pause right now out of respect for the King. But there is every expectation that tensions will resume soon. I will keep you posted on any important developments. Please continue to pray that God would lead this country to a peaceful resolution of this matter.
Saturday, December 6, 2008
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Hello from Texas,
I just wanted to say hi and Merry Christmas :D
By the way, in response to your blog post how can the Thai people disband the ruling political party and still make it as a country? Who is going to rule now? And why do they still have a King, is he similar in standing as Queen Elizabeth?
Also, how is it going?
Thanks Laura! Things are going great. I am enjoying some much needed time off from school for the next couple of weeks.
Per your question, there was no government for about a week but they reorganized things in that time and have now formed a new government. So we now have our third prime minister since I arrived.
Per your question about the King. The monarchy is central to every Thai person's life. They dearly love and cherish the royal family. The King has done a lot for the people and the country, and he has their undying support.
Greg
Thanks for the explanation. Sounds like things are definitely in flux. 3rd prime minister!
Merry Christmas again! Hope you enjoy your break
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