Thai protesters in Bangkok present demands letter in bold challenge to monarchy

Openly challenging the monarchy of Thai King Maha Vajiralongkorn, thousands of protesters marched in Bangkok on Sunday to present demands that include a call for reforms to curb his powers.Protesters have grown ever bolder during two months of demonstrations against Thailand’s palace and military-dominated establishment, breaking a long-standing taboo on criticising the monarchy – which is illegal under lese-majesty laws.The Royal Palace was not immediately available for comment. The king was…

from South China Morning Post https://www.scmp.com/news/asia/southeast-asia/article/3102258/thai-protesters-bangkok-present-demands-letter-bold