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UN criticises lese majeste law

The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights has called on Thailand to amend the laws on lese majeste.

"We are concerned about the ongoing trials and harsh sentencing of people convicted of lese majeste and the chilling effect this is having on freedom of expression," said Ravina Shamdasani, the agency's acting spokesperson.

More than 30 supporters of Ampon "Uncle SMS" Tangnoppakul campaign in front of the Criminal Court for a change to the lese majeste law. (Photo by Apichit Jinakul)

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